Katalog
| Emittent | Kings of Thrace |
|---|---|
| Jahr | 245 BC - 220 BC |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nennwert | Gold Stater (20) |
| Währung | Drachm |
| Material | Gold |
| Gewicht | 8.59 g |
| Durchmesser | 18 mm |
| Dicke | |
| Form | Round (irregular) |
| Prägetechnik | Hammered |
| Ausrichtung | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Stempelschneider | |
| Im Umlauf bis | |
| Referenz(en) |
| Aversbeschreibung | Diademed head of Alexander the Great to right with horn of Ammon over his ear. |
|---|---|
| Aversschrift | |
| Averslegende | |
| Reversbeschreibung | Athena seated left, holding Nike, crowning the king`s name, in her right hand and leaning with her left arm on shield decorated with lion`s head; behind, transverse spear; in field to outer and inner left, monogram; trident in exergue. |
| Reversschrift | Greek |
| Reverslegende | ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΛΥΣΙΜΑΧΟΥ |
| Rand | |
| Prägestätte | |
| Auflage |
ND (245 BC - 220 BC) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 9432982630 |
| Zusätzliche Informationen |
Historical Context: This gold stater, issued by the Kings of Thrace at Byzantion (245-220 BC), posthumously continues Lysimachus's influential coinage. Though Lysimachus (r. 306-281 BC) was long deceased, his stater type, featuring the deified Alexander the Great, remained a trusted currency across the Hellenistic world. Byzantion, a vital Black Sea trading port, produced these to maintain economic stability and adhere to a recognized monetary standard, underscoring the enduring prestige of this iconography.
Artistry: The design faithfully replicates original Lysimachean prototypes, reflecting late Classical and early Hellenistic stylistic trends. The obverse displays an idealized, youthful Alexander the Great, deified with the ram's horn of Ammon and a royal diadem, symbolizing divine status and legitimacy. The reverse depicts Athena enthroned, holding Nike, with spear and shield, embodying martial prowess. The consistent artistic quality across issues indicates skilled artisans adhering to established conventions.
Technical/Grading: Struck in gold, this stater weighs 8.59 grams and measures 18 mm, adhering to the Lysimachean standard. Key high-points for wear assessment on the obverse are Alexander's hair, diadem, and ram's horn. On the reverse, Athena's helmet, the Nike figure, and drapery folds are critical. A well-struck example shows sharp details, good centering, and full legends. Minor planchet flaws or die wear are common, but a strong strike preserves the intended artistry.