Head of Alexander rather than Zeus

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by Mammothtooth, Feb 27, 2024.

  1. Mammothtooth

    Mammothtooth Stand up Philosopher, Vodka Taster

    Please tell me to make sure, this is Alexander portrait…I say it is IMG_2197.jpeg
     
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  3. The Meat man

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    Zeus is the seated figure on the reverse. The obverse portrait is a depiction of Herakles. Some argue that the portrait is actually that of Alexander in the guise of Herakles, but the question is far from settled and probably never will be, conclusively.
     
  4. Mammothtooth

    Mammothtooth Stand up Philosopher, Vodka Taster

    Thanks, someone asked on EBay
     
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