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Lysimachos 323-281 BC. Tetradrachm ca. 30 mm 323-281 BC. Diademed head of Alexander the Great to right with horn of Ammon over his ear / Athena enthroned left, holding Nike. Sear 6814; very fine
The real portrait of Alexander the Great
- First portrait of Alexander on a Greek coin
- Coin struck by Alexander's successor in Thrace
- The time of Alexander marked a new era: the time of Hellenism
This tetradrachm presents the real portrait of Alexander the Great for the first time. After his death Alexander's generals and followers fought for control over his empire. One of those who were able to took over control was Alexander's former bodyguard, Lysimachos. He and the other successors of Alexander are known as the so-called Diadochi.
Additional Information
| Category 1 | Greek Coins |
|---|---|
| Category 2 | Thrace |
| Category 3 | Kingdom of Thrace |
| Ruler | Lysimachos |
| Reign | 323-281 BC |
| Denomination | Tetradrachm |
| Date | 323-281 BC |
| Material | Silver |
| Condition | very fine |
| Catalogue | Sear 6814 |
| Weight | ca. 17 g |
| Diameter | ca. 30 mm |
| Item Number | 13934 |
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