Lysimachus was a Macedonian general and diadochus (successor) of Alexander the Great. He played a significant role in Alexander's campaigns, particularly in the conquest of the Persian Empire. Following Alexander's death in 323 BC, Lysimachus became the ruler of Thrace, Asia Minor, and parts of Macedonia.
The horn of Ammon depicted on Alexander the Great's coins symbolizes his association with the Egyptian deity Ammon (also known as Amun), often represented by ram's horns. During his conquest of Egypt, Alexander visited the Oracle of Ammon at the Siwa Oasis. There, he was proclaimed the son of Ammon, effectively linking him to the divine lineage of the god.
- Obverse: Diademed head of the deified Alexander right, with the horn of Ammon
- Reverse: Athena seated left, holding Nike
- Material: Silver plated lead free pewter
- Diameter: 28 mm / 1.1 inches
- Made in the USA
- Packaged in a coin-collecting flip with the description of the coin printed on the flip insert
- Coin complies with the Hobby Act and is stamped 'copy'
- Item #: GRK-204-LYS
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