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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm - Lysimachos Lysimacheia 281 BC
281 BC year| Silver | 17.04 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| King | Lysimachus (304 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 281 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.04 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#199793 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena Nikephoros seated to left, left arm resting on shield, transverse spear in background; ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ to right, ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ to left crowned by Nike, monograms to inner left and in exergue.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ
Comment
CNG 81, 206; Thompson -; Meydancikkale 2595-6 var. (monogram in exergue); SNG Berry 403 var. (monogram to outer left rather than exergue).Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Lysimachos (Lysimacheia) (281 BC) coin features the image of a lion on its obverse side, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Greek culture. The lion was also associated with the god Dionysus, who was revered in the region of Thrace where the coin was minted. The inclusion of the lion on the coin may have been a nod to the region's cultural and religious heritage.
