Kings of Thrace Tetradrachm - Lysimachos, -287 – -282

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Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Kings of Thrace Kings of Thrace
Currency Drachm
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Tetradrachm
Year -287 – -282
Ruler Lysimachus (-304–-281)
Composition Silver
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 17.25
Diameter (mm) 29
Demonetized Yes

Description

Tetradrachm from Kings of Thrace. Issued from -287 to -282. Struck in Silver. Measures 29 mm and weighs 17.25 g.

Obverse
Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, with horn of Ammon.
Reverse
Athena Nikephoros enthroned left, shield decorated with Medusa's head resting against base of throne, spear resting behind; ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ to right, ΛΥΣΙΜΑXΟΥ to left, Π to outer left, cult statue to inner left, crescent in exergue.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (287 BC - 282 BC) 

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