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© Nomos AG
Tetradrachm - Lysimachos Lampsakos 297 BC - 281 BC
| Silver | 17.17 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| King | Lysimachus (304 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 297 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.17 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena seated to left on throne, leaning her left elbow on her shield and holding Nike, crowning the king’s name, in her right. Behind, transverse spear with point below left. To left, monogram of ΔΞ. In exergue, crescent to left
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ
ΔΞ
Comment
Müller 399Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Lysimachos (Lampsakos) coin features an image of the king Lysimachos on one side and the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and was also seen as a symbol of the king's power and authority.
