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Stater - Lysimachus Calchedon 305 BC - 281 BC
| Gold | 8.52 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| King | Lysimachus (304 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.52 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385156 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena seated left, holding Nike, crowning the king's name, in her right hand and leaning with her left arm on shield decorated with lion's head; behind, transverse spear; in inner left field, monogram; in exergue, bull to left, head facing, and ΘPA.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ
Comment
CNG 58 (2001), 370 (same dies). Müller 358 var. (differing monogram and without ΘPA on the reverse). H. Seyrig: Monnaies Hellénistiques de Byzance et de Calcédoine, in: Essays Robinson, p. 196 and pl. 25, 26 var. (same obverse die, but differing monogram and without ΘPA on the reverse).Interesting fact
The Lysimachus Stater from Kings of Thrace is notable for its unique design, featuring a portrait of the king on one side and a horseman on the other. This coin was minted during Lysimachus' reign, who was one of the generals of Alexander the Great and later became the ruler of Thrace. The coin's design reflects the blending of Greek and Persian influences, which was a common feature of art and architecture during the Hellenistic period.
