Kings of Thrace, Lysimachus 323-281 and posthumous issues.
Tetradrachm, Amphipolis circa 297-281, AR 17.08 g. Diademed head of the deified Alexander r., with horn of Ammon. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ – ΛΥΣΙΜΑXΟΥ Athena enthroned l., holding Nike and spear in r. hand and resting l. elbow on shield decorated with medusa; in inner l. field, monogram and in exergue, monogram. Thompson 211 var. (different monogram in exergue). Müller 544 var. (different monogram in exergue). Meydancikkale 2675 (this obverse die).
A portrait of excellent style struck in high relief and a lovely light
iridescent tone. Virtually as struck and almost Fdc
Ex Triton sale VIII, 2005, 262.
Price realized | 5'500 CHF |
Starting price | 4'000 CHF |
Estimate | 5'000 CHF |