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Drachm - Lysimachos In the name of Alexander III; Kolophon 301 BC - 299 BC
| Silver | 4.37 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| King | Lysimachus (304 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 299 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.37 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#190794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Zeus Aëtophoros seated left holding an eagle with one hand and a sceptre with the other. In left field, head of lion left above crescent; below throne, pentagram below strut.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Lysimachos coin was used as a form of currency during the reign of Lysimachos, who was one of the generals of Alexander the Great. It was minted in the city of Kolophon, which was an important city in the kingdom of Thrace. The coin features an image of Alexander the Great on one side and Lysimachos on the other, highlighting the close relationship between the two leaders. Despite being over 2,000 years old, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly prized by collectors and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (301 BC - 299 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm - Lysimachos (In the name of Alexander III; Kolophon) (301 BC - 299 BC) coin.
