Like people, no two ancient coins are ever exactly alike. Minted by hand, patinated by time, surviving by chance, each coin has a distinct personality. Beyond the beautiful images and powerful messages that speak of the rise and fall of empires, every coin has a private history, less obvious perhaps, but equally real. When we wear this gorgeous ring today, we link ourselves directly with the lives of the men and women who held this coin during Alexander’s lifetime. In doing so, we add our own unique chapter to its fascinating story.