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Tetradrachm - Lysimachos Lampsakos 297 BC - 281 BC
| Silver | 17.0 g | 29 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 | 17.0 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#390932 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ - ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ 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; to inner left, torch; under throne, crescent.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ - ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ
Translation: King Lysimachos
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin of Lysimachos (Lampsakos) from Kings of Thrace features a unique combination of symbols on its reverse side. It depicts a lion's head, which was a common symbol of power and strength in ancient times, along with an anchor, which represented stability and security. This combination of symbols suggests that Lysimachos valued both the power and stability of his kingdom, and wanted to convey that message through his currency.
