Lot 26: KINGS of THRACE. Lysimachos. 323-281 BC. AR Tetradrachm. Sestos mint. Struck circa 297/6-282/1 BC.

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KINGS of THRACE. Lysimachos. 323-281 BC. AR Tetradrachm (30mm - 16.91 g). Sestos mint. Struck circa 297/6-282/1 BC. Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, with horn of Ammon / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΛYΣIMAXOY, Athena seated left, holding Nike in her extended right hand, left arm leaning on her shield; forepart of a lion left and XA monogram in inner left field, monogram in exergue. Thompson -; Meydancikkale 2601 (same obverse die); Müller -. VF, toned. Rare issue.

From the Ivar Gault Collection.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 26
Listing #: 179036
Closed: Friday, January 31, 2014 4:12:30 PM CT
Estimate: $300
Collection: Ivar Gault

Sold Winning Bid: $325
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Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 26
Listing #: 179036
Closed: Friday, January 31, 2014 4:12:30 PM CT
Estimate: $300
Collection: Ivar Gault