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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Chalkon 150 BC - 100 BC
| Bronze | 2.21 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Stratonikeia (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.21 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#152258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forepart of Pegasus facing right
Script: Greek
Lettering:
CΤΡΑΤΟ
ΝΙΚΕΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used in the ancient Greek city of Stratonikeia, which was located in the region of Caria (now modern-day Turkey). The coin features an image of a mythical creature called a Chimera, which had the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent. This imagery symbolized the city's connection to the mythological world and its rich cultural heritage.