Chalkon (350 BC - 300 BC) front Chalkon (350 BC - 300 BC) back
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Chalkon 350 BC - 300 BC

 
Bronze 1.42 g 12.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kaunos (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
350 BC - 300 BC
Value
Chalkon (1⁄48)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.42 g
Diameter
12.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#348054
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Κ / Α on either side of sphinx seated right on groundline.

Script: Greek

Lettering: K-A

Unabridged legend: Καῦνος

Translation: Kaunos

Interesting fact

The Chalkon coin from Kaunos (Caria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, featuring an image of a mythical creature called a Griffin on one side and a Lion on the other.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (350 BC - 300 BC)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Chalkon (350 BC - 300 BC) coin.