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© Nomos AG
Chalkon 425 BC - 350 BC
| Bronze | 1.56 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Abdera (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.56 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185946 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Linear square with four globes
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΚΑΤΑΙΟΣ
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used in ancient Greece and its design featured the image of a mythical creature called the Chimera. The Chimera was a creature with the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent. It was a symbol of power and strength, and its image was often used on coins and other artifacts of the time.