Kings of Thrace Stater - Lysimachus, -305 – -281
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Information
Country
Kings of Thrace
Kings of Thrace
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Gold Stater
Year
-305 – -281
Ruler
Lysimachus
(-304–-281)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.52
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Gold Stater from Kings of Thrace. Issued from -305 to -281. Struck in Gold. Measures 19 mm and weighs 8.52 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed head of Alexander the Great to right with horn of Ammon over his ear.
- Reverse
- Athena seated left, holding Nike, crowning the king's name, in her right hand and leaning with her left arm on shield decorated with lion's head; behind, transverse spear; in inner left field, monogram; in exergue, bull to left, head facing, and ΘPA.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (305 BC - 281 BC) | — |
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