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Chalkon 400 BC - 300 BC
| Bronze | 1.36 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Ainos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.36 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#419871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Human hand holding caduceus; to left, grain ear; to right, crescent.
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used in the ancient Greek city of Ainos (now known as Enez in Turkey) during the 4th century BC. Despite being made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at the time, the Chalkon coin was unique in that it had a square shape, unlike the typical round shape of most coins. This square shape made it easier for people to stack and store the coins, and it also made it harder for counterfeiters to produce fake coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (400 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 (400 BC - 300 BC) coin.