Alexander the Great Ancient Greek Bronze Coin (c. 323–310 BC) ☆ Cross Control

Denomination: Follis

Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)

Cleaned/Uncleaned: Uncleaned

Composition: Bronze

Provenance: Ownership History Not Available

Year: 310 AD

Era: Ancient

Fineness: 0.9

KM Number: 90

Ruler: Constantine I

Country of Origin: Italy

An authentic, budget-friendly entry into ancient history: a genuine bronze unit struck in the name of Alexander III of Macedon (Alexander the Great). While Alexander's massive silver tetradachms were minted for heavy international commerce and military payroll, these robust bronze coins were the everyday "pocket change" used across his vast global empire.

The obverse features the classic silhouette of the mythical hero Herakles wearing the skin of the Nemean Lion. The reverse displays a heavily circulated, prancing horse to the right, heavily symbolic of Macedonia's world-renowned cavalry and Alexander's legendary companion horse, Bucephalus. Crucially, despite the extensive honest wear from its ancient travels, the distinctive cross control mark remains discernible beneath the horse's belly. This mark serves as a fascinating signature identifying its production at an imperial Macedonian workshop (such as Amphipolis) during the volatile decades following Alexander's death.