Greek Coins. Kingdom of Thrace, Lysimachus, 323 – 281 and posthumous issues
Tetradrachm, Lampsacus circa 297-281, AR 32 mm, 16.88 g. Diademed head of deified Alexander r., with the horn of Ammon. Rev. BAΣIΛEΩΣ – ΛYΣIMAXOY 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. SNG Lockett 1429. Dewing 1350. Thompson, Essays Robinson, 49.
A superb portrait of fine style struck in high relief. Wonderful
old cabinet and good very fine
From a Swiss collection from Tessin assembled in the 1920's (sold with its original ticket).