Tetradrachm - Lysimachus (Uncertain Lydian) (306 BC - 281 BC) front Tetradrachm - Lysimachus (Uncertain Lydian) (306 BC - 281 BC) back
Tetradrachm - Lysimachus (Uncertain Lydian) (306 BC - 281 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm - Lysimachus Uncertain Lydian 306 BC - 281 BC

 
Silver 16.83 g -
Description
Issuer
Kings of Thrace
King
Lysimachus (304 BC - 281 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
306 BC - 281 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
16.83 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#387808
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Athena enthroned left, holding Nike and spear in right hand and resting left elbow on shield decorated with medusa; in left field bearded head left. In exergue, monogram.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΛΥΣΙΜΑXΟΥ

Comment

Müller 452.

Interesting fact

The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Lysimachus, the king of Thrace, while the reverse depicts a lion attacking a stag, which symbolizes the king's power and strength.