© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Chalkon - Antiochos IV Seleuceia ad Tigrim 173 BC - 164 BC
| Bronze | 7.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos IV Epiphanes (175 BC - 163 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 173 BC - 164 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#427473 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Goddess with polos seated on high-backed throne left, holding Nike and sometimes scepter, bird standing left at feet.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ
Translation: King Antiochos (IV, Epiphanes)
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 king's bust, while the reverse side features an image of the god Apollo, demonstrating the cultural fusion that was characteristic of the Seleucid Empire.
