Æ22 (245 BC - 225 BC) front Æ22 (245 BC - 225 BC) back
Æ22 (245 BC - 225 BC) photo
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Æ22 245 BC - 225 BC

 
Bronze 6.99 g 22.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Lysimacheia (Thrace)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
245 BC - 225 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.99 g
Diameter
22.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186030
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Nike standing left with hand raised

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΕΩΝ

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of King Lysimachus, who ruled Thrace from 305 BC to 281 BC. The reverse (back) side of the coin depicts a charging horseman, which was a common motif on coins from this region and time period.