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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Chalkon 260 BC - 230 BC
| Bronze | 0.99 g | 11.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kos (Carian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260 BC - 230 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.99 g |
| Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152621 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crab in the middle and below, a club to the right
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin features a unique design, with the head of a goat on one side and a dolphin on the other. This distinctive design was meant to symbolize the island's strong maritime culture and its reliance on goat husbandry. The coin's design has made it a popular collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in ancient Greek currency.
