THRACE. Kingdom of Thrace. Lysimachos, 323-281 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.68 gms), Lysimacheia Mint, ca. 297/6-282/1 B.C. NGC EF★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. HGC-3.2, 1750a; Thompson-16. Obverse: Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, with horn of Ammon; Reverse: Athena seated left on throne, holding crowning Nike and resting elbow upon shield; to inner left, head of lion left; monogram on throne. Quite bold and captivating, this gunmetal gray specimen features a well centered strike and some darker hints accentuating the devices. The star designation for superior eye appeal is clearly well deserved.
