336-323 BC Alexander the Great Silver Tetradrachm NGC About Uncirculated Lifetime/EP Issue

Struck in the name of Alexander the Great during the early posthumous period following his death in 323 BC, this near mint condition Tetradrachm is a stunning portrayal of Macedonian coinage. This example, certified by NGC Ancients as a lifetime or early posthumous issue, represents the continuation of a monetary tradition that helped unify the vast territories Alexander had conquered.

The obverse features the head of Heracles facing right, wearing the lion skin headdress—a symbol of strength and divine lineage connecting Alexander to the mythological hero. The portrait displays well-defined facial features with the lion's mane flowing naturally around the head. The reverse depicts Zeus Aëtophoros seated left on a backless throne, holding an eagle in his extended right hand and a scepter in his left, with the legend ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ visible to the right. The strike is well-centered on both sides with bold device definition throughout.

Graded About Uncirculated by NGC Ancients, this large and impressive silver tetradrachm exhibits attractive silvery surfaces with even toning and minimal wear on the high points. Alexander tetradrachms remain highly sought after by collectors of ancient Greek coinage, serving as accessible entry points into Hellenistic numismatics while carrying significant historical weight. These have become more and more desirable over the years as no large hoards of this issue have come from Europe, unlike some other ancient silver issues from this time period. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.