© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Chalkon 400 BC - 350 BC
| Bronze | 2.31 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Lamia (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.31 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#145692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Philoktetes in a hunting stance facing right, using a bow and arrow to shoot at a falling bird. Another bird below and a quiver to the lower right
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΛΑΜΙΕ
ΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC and was equivalent to 1/4 of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.
