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Stater - Lysimachos Magnesia 280 BC - 260 BC
| Gold | 8.55 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| King | Lysimachus (304 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 260 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.55 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#187722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena seated left on low-backed throne, holding Nike, crowning the king’s name, in her right hand, a spear in her left, and with her left elbow resting on a shield ornamented with an aegis. To left, monogram within wreath and below throne, monogram
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Lysimachos (Magnesia) Stater, which was issued by the Kings of Thrace during the 3rd century BC, features an image of a lion on its obverse side. This lion symbolized the power and strength of the kingdom, and it was a common motif in ancient Thracian art and architecture. The coin's reverse side features an image of the king himself, Lysimachos, who ruled the kingdom from 280 BC to 260 BC. The coin's design and imagery reflect the cultural and political influences of the time, and it is a valuable piece of history for numismatists and historians alike.
