© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Chalkon 105 BC - 90 BC
| Bronze | 4.6 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Dioskourias (Kolchis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 105 BC - 90 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#104520 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Greek lettering from left and right of thyrsos (In Greek religion, the thyrsos staff was carried by the votaries of Dionysus.)
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΔΙ ΟΣ
ΚΟΥ ΡΙΑ
Δ ΟΣ
Translation: Dioskourias
Comment
1.coins with 8-pointed star is bit scarcer, then with 6-pointed ones.
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin from Dioskourias (Kolchis) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Georgian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the heads of the twin brothers Castor and Pollux (Dioskouroi), who were revered as heroes in Greek mythology, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a grapevine, which was a symbol of fertility and prosperity in ancient Georgian culture. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the rich cultural exchange that took place in the region during the time period.