Lot 1616
Thracian Kingdom. Lysimachos. Silver Tetradrachm (16.98 g), as King, 306-281 BC. Lampsakos, ca. 297/6-282/1 BC. Diademed head of 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, long torch; on side of throne, star. Thompson 43; SNG BN 2538-9; Müller 381 (Kyzikos). Wonderful fine style and beautiful old cabinet toning. About Extremely Fine. Estimate Value $500 - 600
From the Hanbery Collection; Purchased privately from F. Kovacs.
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