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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm - Lysimachos Lydia 305 BC - 281 BC
| Silver | 17.01 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| King | Lysimachus (304 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.01 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#199797 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena Nikephoros seated left, left arm resting on shield, transverse spear in background; ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ to right, ΛΥΣΙΜΑΞΟΥ crowned by Nike to left, small bearded head of Silenos to left, above monogram in inner left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ
Comment
For similar bearded head to left symbol, but different monogram, cf. Müller 452 (attributed to Lydia).Unpublished in the standard references.
Interesting 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 bravery.
