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Chalkon 300 BC - 250 BC
Bronze | 2.55 g | 16.0 mm |
Issuer | Metapontion (Lucania) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 300 BC - 250 BC |
Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
Currency | Drachm (540-200BC) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 2.55 g |
Diameter | 16.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#185794 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Barley-ear with leaf to left. To left, monogram and to right, META
Script: Greek
Lettering: META
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Metapontion, located in present-day Lucania, Italy. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive material, the Chalkon coin was valued at a high denomination, indicating the strong economic status of Metapontion during its time.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (300 BC - 250 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Chalkon (300 BC - 250 BC) coin.