© Bitteswell
© Bitteswell
Chalkon - Demetrios III Philopater 95 BC - 94 BC
| Bronze | 2.8 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrios III Eukairos Philopator (95 BC - 88 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 95 BC - 94 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#191033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hermes standing facing, holding palm branch and caduceus.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΥ ΘΕΟΥ
ΦΙΛΟΠΑΤΟΡΟΣ ΣΩΤΗΡΟΣ
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Translation: King Demetrios (III) the Divine, Father-loving, Saviour.
Comment
In 'Seleucid Coins II' by Houghton, Lorber & Hoover #2455, the illustrated coin is sub-type 4Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Demetrios III Philopater, who was a Seleucid emperor who ruled for a brief period of time during a time of great turmoil and political instability in the empire. Despite his short reign, he was able to issue a number of coins, including this one, which has survived to the present day as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Seleucid Empire.
