Chalkon (380 BC - 350 BC) front Chalkon (380 BC - 350 BC) back
Chalkon (380 BC - 350 BC) photo
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Chalkon 380 BC - 350 BC

 
Bronze 1.26 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Keramos (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
380 BC - 350 BC
Value
Chalkon (1⁄48)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.26 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#402876
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dolphin leaping right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΚΕ

Interesting fact

The Chalkon coin from Keramos (Caria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, featuring an image of a warrior on one side and a quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses) on the other.