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Exact Replica of Lysimachus Alexander the Great coin made in solid sterling silver with 20-inch sterling silver bead chain
Kingdom of Thrace – Lysimachus – Hellenistic Period Greek Coinage
After Alexander’s death in 323 BC, his generals divided up his vast empire. His General Lysimachus took control of the kingdom of Thrace in Nothern Greece. He
reigned from 305-281 BC. He began producing stunning silver and gold coins, this
coin is a striking example of this work.
Obverse: Diademed head of Alexander right, with horn of Ammon
Reverse: Athena enthroned left, holding Nike and resting elbow on grounded shield, transverse spear in the background, King Lysimachus in Greek. Stamped .925
Reverse: Athena enthroned left, holding Nike and resting elbow on grounded shield, transverse spear in the background, King Lysimachus in Greek. Stamped .925
Athena was a virgin goddess of the arts, crafts, war, and patroness of the city of Athens
Diameter: 27.5 mm
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