Alexander the Great
Coin Showing Alexander the Great
Greek, minted by King Lysimachus of Thrace
Reign 306-281 B.C.
Silver tetradrachm
diam. 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in.)
Reverse: Athena, the warrior goddess holding Nike (Victory) who crowns the king's name
Gift of Martin A. Ryerson, 1922.4924