½ Chalkous - Artaxias I Dog 190 BC - 160 BC
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Artaxias I (190 BC - 159 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 190 BC - 160 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#357573 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Dog standing right, legend not visible.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design of a dog on one side and a king on the other, which symbolizes the dual nature of the king's role as both a fierce protector and a just ruler.