© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Tetradrachm - Lysimachos Amphipolis 288 BC - 281 BC
| Silver | 17.24 g |
| Issuer | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| King | Lysimachus (304 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 288 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181387 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena seated left on throne, resting her left elbow on her shield and holding Nike in her outstretched right hand. To left, kerykeion with handle to right
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ
Comment
Thompson 195Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Lysimachos, the King of Thrace, wearing a lion's skin headdress, which was a symbol of his power and authority.
