Tetradrachm - Lysimachos (Lampsakos) (297 BC - 281 BC) front Tetradrachm - Lysimachos (Lampsakos) (297 BC - 281 BC) back
Tetradrachm - Lysimachos (Lampsakos) (297 BC - 281 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm - Lysimachos Lampsakos 297 BC - 281 BC

 
Silver 16.91 g -
Description
Issuer
Kings of Thrace
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
297 BC - 281 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
16.91 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#184307
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 and to left, torch with flame to left and on throne, eight-pointed star

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm - Lysimachos (Lampsakos) coin from Kings of Thrace features the image of a lion on its reverse side, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Greek culture.