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Tetradrachm

297–281 B.C.

Tetradrachm of Lysimachos (ruled 323-281 B.C.). Obverse: Head of Alexander III wearing a diadem and ram's horn of Zeus Ammon. Reverse: Athena seated with a spear and shield, holding Nike. Inscribed: BASILEOS LYSIMAXOY.

Date

297–281 B.C.

Culture

Greek

Medium

Silver

Museum

J. Paul Getty Museum

Accession Number

80.NH.152.18

Image Source

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