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Chalkon
| Bronze | 1.8 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes (Conventus of Alabanda) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100-150 |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#361481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiate bust of Sarapis, right wearing kalathos.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΡΟΔΙωΝ
Translation: Rhodes
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin from Rhodes (Conventus of Alabanda) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Rhodes during the 4th century BCE. The coin features an image of a rose on one side and a dolphin on the other, which symbolized the city's maritime power and its connection to the goddess Aphrodite, who was often associated with roses. The coin was made of bronze and weighed 1.8 grams, making it a relatively small and lightweight currency for everyday transactions. Despite its small size, the Chalkon coin played an important role in the economy of Rhodes during its time and is now a valuable collector's item for numismatists.