© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Chalkon - Antiochos IV Antioch 175 BC - 172 BC
| Bronze | 3.7 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos IV Epiphanes (175 BC - 163 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175 BC - 172 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Elephant head to left, tripod right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
ANTIOCHOY
Translation: King Antiochos (IV)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Antiochos IV, while the reverse side features an image of the god Apollo, indicating the cultural exchange and synthesis that occurred during the Seleucid Empire.
