When you hold one of these treasure coins — or wear it — you’re not just carrying silver, you’re carrying history.

These drachms were used in bustling marketplaces, on distant battlefields, and in newly founded cities across an empire that stretched from Greece to India. They passed through generations, buried and sometimes hoarded in the remains of ancient structures, surviving invasions, fires, and, ultimately, time itself.

Now, they’ve each been professionally conserved and transformed into an Alexander the Great pendant necklace, carefully set to protect the coin while showcasing its beauty. No two treasure coins are alike. Each has its own strike, texture, and patina from a journey that started over two millennia ago.

Few figures in history spark the imagination quite like Alexander the Great. By the time he turned 30, he had conquered most of the known world. His name lived on not just in history books, but in stories and legends passed down across cultures — from Greece and Rome to Ethiopia, Persia, India, and beyond. Each culture shaped its own version of Alexander, often casting him in the image of its ideals. In Ethiopia, for example, medieval writers imagined him as a Christian king on a divine mission, even though he lived centuries before Christ. His myth grew so large that it transcended time, religion, and the geopolitical boundaries we know today.

Alexander’s path to greatness started long before he became king. His father, Philip of Macedon, turned a rugged northern kingdom into a dominant Greek power. At just 18, Alexander fought at the Battle of Chaeronea, helping Philip secure control over all of Greece. His education came from none other than Aristotle, who introduced Alexander to philosophy, science, and Homer’s Iliad. It is said that Alexander carried a copy of the great tale with him on every campaign.

When Philip was assassinated in 336 BC, Alexander inherited both a throne and a mission: to conquer the Persian Empire. And conquer it, he did. Victories at Granicus, Issus, and Gaugamela brought the Persian Empire to its knees. At Gaugamela, his 47,000 troops overcame a Persian force several times larger. Alexander’s entry into Egypt and Babylon wasn’t just a military success, it captivated the imagination of everyone who witnessed it and those who heard about his amazing feats of glory.

In Persia, he seized the royal treasury at Persepolis, a massive hoard of wealth built up over centuries. Ancient sources say he needed 10,000 mules and 500 camels just to carry it all. From this treasure, millions of coins were minted — silver drachmas and tetradrachms that would fund his armies, his cities, and his legacy.

Over 2,000 years later, Alexander the Great's story continues — this time through the rare surviving coins that bear his name.

At Cannon Beach Treasure Company, we’re historians and treasure salvors, not just jewelers. We personally select, research, and conserve every coin in our collection. When we say authentic, we mean it. And when we say heirloom quality, we mean that, too.

Each necklace comes with our exclusive, customized multi-page Certificate of Authenticity. It’s more than a stamp of approval — it’s a full-color, research-backed record that includes the coin’s creation, use and significance in both the past and present. It gives you everything you need to understand, appreciate, and share the story behind your piece.

The jewelry itself is handcrafted by our skilled U.S. artisans using high-quality materials like solid sterling silver and gold. We design our settings to enhance the coin’s natural character without overpowering it, so the focus stays on the history.

We know our customers want more than jewelry. They want something real. Something that lasts. And something they can be proud to pass down. That’s why every piece is backed by our Forever Guarantee and why we personally answer every question ourselves — no call centers or middlemen. Just us.

Alexander died young, at just 33, but he never lost a battle. After his death, his empire fractured, torn apart by years of infighting among his generals. Yet his legend only grew stronger.

His coins outlived him. They became trusted currency across three continents and continued to be minted by successor kingdoms for over a century. Today, they serve as rare links to a man whose vision reshaped the ancient world.

Wearing one of our Alexander the Great pendant necklaces means carrying a part of that legacy. It’s a way to connect with the courage, brilliance, and tenacity of someone who refused to accept limits. It’s a tribute to one of history’s most fascinating lives wrapped into a piece you can keep close.

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Whether you’re a long-time collector or just beginning your journey, our Alexander the Great Collection gives you the chance to own something truly extraordinary.

Each coin is real, each necklace is handcrafted, and each story is waiting to be told. These pieces are more than just beautiful jewelry, they’re rare and precious ambassadors of the ancient world, preserved and ready for their next chapter.

Explore the collection, and if you have any questions or just want to talk treasure, give us a call at 503.436.1626. In the meantime, enjoy your walk through our Greek coin collection in legendary footsteps...

Because history isn’t just something you learn— it’s something you wear.