Thracian Kingdom. Lysimachos. Silver Tetradrachm (17.32 g), as King, 306-281 BC. Amphipolis, ca. 288-281 BC. Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, with horn of Ammon. Reverse: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΛYΣIMAΧOY, Athena seated left, holding Nike and resting elbow on shield at side, spear leaning against far shoulder; in inner left field, caduceus; in outer right, bee. Thompson 190; Müller 112. Boldly struck in high relief and well centered. Fine style and delicately toned. Superb Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $1,500 - UP
Ex Kenneth Brattlie Collection, from Heritage Long Beach Signature Auction 440, 6/14,2007, lot 50011.