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© British Museum
Chalkon 350 BC - 300 BC
| Bronze | 1.24 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Kaunos (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#422580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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 the ancient Greek city of Kaunos, located in what is now modern-day Turkey.
