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Gorgeous Ancient Greek Drachm of Alexander The Great
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Pre AD 1000 item# 371587
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THIS IS AN SUPERB ANCIENT GREEK COIN OF "ALEXANDER THE GREAT". Ancient Greek Bronze Drachm of the Macedonian Kingdom Alexander III,(The Great) 356 - 323 BC. Alexander's expedition brought significant improvements of geography and natural history. His achievements mark a decisive moment in the World history. The Roman Empire, the spread of Christianity as a world religion, and the thousand years of Byzantium were all in part the consequences of Alexander's conquests. Ruler: King Alexander The Great - Origin: Macedonian Kingdom. - Period: 356 - 323 BC
Type: Bronze
Obverse: Head of Herakles (Hercules) in lionskin head dress right.
Reverse: ALEXANDROU (in ancient Greek) between club and bow in case.
Reference: Wildwinds - SNG ANS 913
Type: Bronze
Size: 18mm
Condition: Very Fine
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Canaanite White Steatite Scarab Seal 2000 - 1800 BC
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Pre AD 1000 item# 368532
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The scarab is of typical Canaanite style, a simplified beetle with two horizontal incisions representing the legs, pierced lengthwise for suspension. The base of the scarab is an intricately carved scene…depicting a lion prowling with two other devices. A rarity of the very best artistic style, absolutely stunning in its simplicity, and deftly executed. A masterwork of ancient miniture sculptural art. The scarab is intact and absolutely superb! Much rarer than its Egyptian counterpart, this fabulous Canaanite scarab is a fine example. Size: 18mm x 14mm
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