[1] This inscription (circa 330 BC) is about the dedication of a temple by Alexander to Athena Polias, which has been held at the British Museum in London.

The inscription was found in the precincts of the temple in 1868–9 by the architect Richard Pullan, who at the time was leading an archaeological exploration of Priene on behalf of the Society of Dilettanti.

Pullan brought back inscriptions, sculptures and architectural remains from the site to England, where they were immediately deposited in the national collection.

At Priene he generously supported the completion of the temple of Athena Polias, which is recorded for posterity on this large marble block.

Basileus Alexandros anethēke ton naon Athēnai Poliadi Translation: King Alexander dedicated the Temple to Athena Polias