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Tetradrachm -Lykkeios 359 BC - 335 BC
| Silver | 12.82 g | - |
| Issuer | Kings of Paeonia |
|---|---|
| King | Lykkeios (356 BC - 335 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 359 BC - 335 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 12.82 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Herakles, nude and holding his club in his upraised right hand, battling the Nemean lion to left. Behind Herakles to right, bow and quiver
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΥΚΚΕΙΟΥ
Comment
Paeonian Hoard 63 (this obverse die).
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm -Lykkeios coin features an image of the king of Paeonia, Lykkeios, on one side and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency during the reign of Lykkeios and was considered a symbol of the kingdom's wealth and power.