Greek Coins
Kings of Thrace, Lysimacus, 323-281. Tetradrachm, Lampsacus circa 297-281 BC,
AR 17.13 g
Description
Diademed head of deified Alexander r., with the horn of Ammon. Rev. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ − ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ Athena enthroned l., holding Nike and spear in r. hand and resting l. elbow on shield decorated with lion's head; in inner field l., monogram and in exergue, crescent to l.
References
SNG Lockett 1429
Thompson, Essays Robinson, 49
Condition
A superb piece with an impressive portrait struck on high relief on a very broad flan. Old cabinet tone and good extremely fine
Provenance
NAC sale 33, 2006, 134
Nomos sale 2, 2010, 38
The Dr. Patrick Tan collection