Ionia, Miletos. - In the name and types of Alexander III of Macedon.. Drachm - (Circa 290-250 BC) (No reserve price)

The drachm coin from Ionia, minted in Miletos around 290-250 BC, belongs to a significant period in ancient numismatics when coins often carried the imagery and authority of prominent rulers. This drachm is notable for bearing the name and types of Alexander III of Macedon, commonly known as Alexander the Great, who reigned from 336 to 323 BC. Although the coin was struck decades after Alexander's death, his legacy pervaded Hellenistic coinage, symbolizing power and unity across vast territories. The city of Miletos, located in Ionia (modern-day western Turkey), was a major cultural and economic center in antiquity. Coins like this drachm served not only as currency but also as instruments of propaganda, disseminating the image and influence of Alexander. The use of silver, common for drachms, underscored the coin's value and facilitated trade across the Hellenistic world. Collectors prize such coins for their historical context, artistic engraving, and connection to one of history’s most renowned figures.