© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Chalkon 100 BC - 1 BC
| Bronze | 3.95 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Magnetes (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.95 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Galley prow to right
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΑΓΝΗ ΤΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used in ancient Greece during the Hellenistic period, specifically in the city of Magnetes in Thessaly. The coin's design features the image of a horse on one side and a flower on the other, symbolizing strength and fertility. The Chalkon was also known for its unique shape, which was round with a square hole in the center, making it easy to distinguish from other coins in circulation.
