© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Chalkon 375 BC - 350 BC
| Bronze | 4.51 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Eurymenai (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 375 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.51 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bunch of grapes on stalk between two grape leaves
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΥΡΥ
Comment
Unpublished. Apparently unique.
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC, and its design featured the image of a chalkos, which is a type of bird. The word "chalkon" actually means "chalkos" in Greek, and the coin was likely named after the bird depicted on it. The use of the chalkos image on the coin may have been meant to symbolize the importance of birds in ancient Greek culture, as birds were often associated with the gods and were considered messengers of the gods.