© CGB
© CGB
Chalkon - Antiochos III 223 BC - 187 BC
| Bronze | 2.7 g | 13.5 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos III Megas (223 BC - 187 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 223 BC - 187 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 13.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#61396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Apollo seated left on omphalos, testing arrow and resting left hand on grounded bow.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ
Translation: King Antiochos (III, Megas)
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Chalkon coin of Antiochos III from the Seleucid Empire is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts the king's portrait, while the reverse side shows a seated Apollo, a common deity in Greek mythology, but with a distinctly Persian-style throne and decorations. This fusion of cultural influences reflects the multicultural nature of the Seleucid Empire, which spanned across much of the ancient Near East and brought together diverse peoples and traditions.
