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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Chalkon 310 BC - 282 BC
| Bronze | 1.15 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Pergamon (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 310 BC - 282 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.15 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#127996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Helmeted head of Athena facing right.
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used in ancient Greece during the Hellenistic period, specifically in the city of Pergamon (now Bergama, Turkey). The coin's design features the image of a mythical creature called a Chimera, which has the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent. This creature was believed to have the power to protect the city from harm, and its image was often used on coins and other artifacts from Pergamon.