KINGS of THRACE, Macedonian. Lysimachos. 305-281 BC. AR Tetradrachm (30mm, 16.91 g, 12h). Lysimacheia mint(?). Struck early-mid 3rd century BC.Electronic Auction 467 Greek, Silver Sold For $ 4 750. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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KINGS of THRACE, Macedonian. Lysimachos. 305-281 BC. AR Tetradrachm (30mm, 16.91 g, 12h). Lysimacheia mint(?). Struck early-mid 3rd century BC. Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, with horn of Ammon / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΛYΣIMAXOY, Athena Nikephoros seated left, left arm resting on shield, spear diagonally in background; to inner left, head of lion left above monogram; monogram in exergue. Thompson –; Müller –; Meydancikkale 2687 var. (control marks, but same obv. die). Attractive light toning, traces of die wear, small patch of find patina on obverse. Choice EF. Well centered on a broad flan. Fine style, with excellent detail. |