Kings of Thrace, Lysimachos, AE Circa 305-281 BC, Lysimacheia Mint

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Greek, Kings of Thrace, Lysimachos, AE (bronze, 2.84g, 14.3mm), Circa 305-281 BC, Lysimacheia Mint
Obv: Head of Athena to right, wearing crested Attic helmet
Rev: Traces Ī’Ī‘Ī£Ī™Ī›Ī•Ī©Ī£Ā  / Ī›Ī„Ī£Ī™ĪœĪ‘Ī§ĪŸĪ„, forepart of lion right, behind caduceus and monogram
Ref: SNG Copenhagen 1159 var Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF (stripped off patina, verdigris, otherwise exhibit lovely details)
Note: The coin belongs to the period of Lysimachos, one of the Diadochi, the successors of Alexander the Great, who ruled Thrace from 305 to 281 BC. It was struck in Lysimacheia, one of his foundation cities. On the obverse is the head of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare, facing right and wearing a crested Attic helmet, a common depiction on coins of this era. Athena’s image emphasizes the city’s connection to Greek culture and military strength. The reverse features the forepart of a lion walking to the right, a symbol of royal power and strength. This coin provides valuable insight into the political and cultural landscape of Thrace under Lysimachos’ rule, emphasizing his authority and the influence of Greek traditions in the region.

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