Kings of Thrace. Lysimachus, 323 – 281
Tetradrachm, Lampsacus circa 297-281, AR 16.97 g. 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. SNG Lockett 1429. Dewing 1350. Thompson, Essays Robinson, 49.
A wonderful portrait of masterly style struck on a very large flan.
Lovely light iridescent tone and good extremely fine
Ex CNG mail bid 78, 2008, 295 and Gemini VII, 2011, 310 sales. From the Dr. Patrick Tan collection.
Price realized | 8'000 CHF |
Starting price | 4'800 CHF |
Estimate | 6'000 CHF |