Macedonia, Koinon of Æ Time of Severus Alexander - Very rare

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Koinon of Macedon AE from the Time of Severus Alexander (222–235), 8.79 g, 24 mm; very rare with only four specimens known to RPC; ungraded.

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*Very rare*
*Just 4 specimens known to RPC*
Koinon of Macedon AE (8,79g,24mm) times of Severus Alexander (222-235) Issue: One neocoria - Type B flowing hair, r.
Obv: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ; diademed head of Alexander the Great, right, with flowing hair; below, star
Rev: ΚΟΙΝΟΝ ΜΑΚΕΔΟΝΩΝ ΝΕΩ; Alexander the Great riding Bucephalus galloping, right, his mantle floating behind him, hurling spear
Ref: RPC VI №: 350 (temporary)
A remarkable and elusive bronze issue struck in Macedonia during the reign of Severus Alexander (222–235). Notably, this coin shares a key detail with the example illustrated in RPC: the absence of the star beneath Bucephalus, despite the catalog description stating its presence. Whether this reflects a cataloging error or an unpublished variant, the discrepancy adds scholarly interest and makes this coin a compelling candidate for further study.
Preserved in good, appealing condition, this coin offers a rare chance to acquire a type that not only captivates with its dynamic imagery but also raises questions that remain open in current numismatic research.
A prime acquisition for collectors of Roman Provincial coinage or Alexander iconography—rare, historically significant, and visually engaging.

*Very rare*
*Just 4 specimens known to RPC*
Koinon of Macedon AE (8,79g,24mm) times of Severus Alexander (222-235) Issue: One neocoria - Type B flowing hair, r.
Obv: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ; diademed head of Alexander the Great, right, with flowing hair; below, star
Rev: ΚΟΙΝΟΝ ΜΑΚΕΔΟΝΩΝ ΝΕΩ; Alexander the Great riding Bucephalus galloping, right, his mantle floating behind him, hurling spear
Ref: RPC VI №: 350 (temporary)
A remarkable and elusive bronze issue struck in Macedonia during the reign of Severus Alexander (222–235). Notably, this coin shares a key detail with the example illustrated in RPC: the absence of the star beneath Bucephalus, despite the catalog description stating its presence. Whether this reflects a cataloging error or an unpublished variant, the discrepancy adds scholarly interest and makes this coin a compelling candidate for further study.
Preserved in good, appealing condition, this coin offers a rare chance to acquire a type that not only captivates with its dynamic imagery but also raises questions that remain open in current numismatic research.
A prime acquisition for collectors of Roman Provincial coinage or Alexander iconography—rare, historically significant, and visually engaging.

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture/region
Macedonia, Koinon of
Year/Period and Variation
Time of Severus Alexander - Very rare
Denomination
Æ
Metal
Æ
Condition
Ungraded
Czech RepublicVerified
888
Objects sold
98.99%
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