© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm - Lysimachos Lysimacheia 305 BC - 281 BC
| Silver | 16.93 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.93 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#199790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena Nikephoros seated left, left arm resting on shield, transverse spear in background; ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ to right, ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ crowned by Nike to left, small lion head in inner left field, monograms in outer left field and in exergue.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ
Comment
For similar lion head to left symbol, but different monograms, cf. Thompson 11-16; Meydancikkale 2591-7; Müller 41-7.Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Lysimachos, the King of Thrace, wearing a royal diadem and a lion's skin, symbolizing his power and connection to the ancient Greek hero Heracles.
