Chalkon (400 BC - 344 BC) front Chalkon (400 BC - 344 BC) back
Chalkon (400 BC - 344 BC) photo
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Chalkon 400 BC - 344 BC

 
Bronze 3.15 g 15.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Trikka (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 344 BC
Value
Chalkon (1⁄48)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.15 g
Diameter
15.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#171339
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Warrior striding right, wearing Corinthian helmet and holding short sword in his right hand and round shield with his left. Within shield, hippocamp (?) to right

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΤΡΙΚΚ ΑΙΩΝ

Interesting fact

The Chalkon coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Trikka (now known as Trikala) in Thessaly, and its design features a unique combination of symbols and letters that reflect the culture and beliefs of the time.