KINGS OF THRACE. Lysimachos, 305-281 BC. Tetradrachm (Silver, 30 mm, 16.74 g, 1 h), Abydos (?), circa 270s. Diademed head of Alexander the Great to right, with horn of Ammon over his ear. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ Athena seated to left on throne, leaning her left elbow on her shield and holding Nike, crowning the king’s name, in her right; behind, transverse spear with point below; in the inner left field, eagle standing to right. BMFA 839. Müller 342. H. Seyrig, Parion au 3e siècle avant notre ère, ANS Centennial Publication (1958), pl. XLII, B. Thompson -. Well centered on a broad flan and with a lovely portrait. Good very fine.
Price realized | 1'100 CHF |
Starting price | 750 CHF |