© ALAMIR
© ALAMIR
Chalkon 188 BC - 133 BC
| Bronze | 2 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Ilion (Troad) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188 BC - 133 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#192581 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
IΛI downwards to right. Athena Ilias walking left, holding spear pointing forwards and distaff; caduceus and A in left field
Script: Greek
Lettering: IΛI
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used in the ancient city of Ilion (Troad) during the 2nd century BC. Despite being made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at the time, the Chalkon coin was unique in that it had a very small weight of only 2 grams. This made it one of the lightest coins in circulation during that period.
