Chalkon (400 BC - 375 BC) front Chalkon (400 BC - 375 BC) back
Chalkon (400 BC - 375 BC) photo
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Chalkon 400 BC - 375 BC

 
Bronze 2.08 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Pharsalos (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 375 BC
Value
Chalkon (1⁄48)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.08 g
Diameter
14.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#171250
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Thessalian cavalryman, wearing petasos and chlamys, riding horse rearing to right

Script: Greek

Lettering: Φ Α Ρ Σ Ι Ω Ν

Interesting fact

The Chalkon coin was used as a means of payment for mercenaries and soldiers during the Peloponnesian War.