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Chalkon - Pankrazenode 133 BC - 48 BC
| Bronze | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Apameia (Phrygia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 133 BC - 48 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144777 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Marsyas walking right on maeander pattern, playing flute
Script: Greek
Lettering:
AΠAMEΩΝ
ΠΑΝΚΡΑ ΖΗΝΟΔΗ
Translation:
Anameia
PankraZenode (magistrate)
Interesting fact
The Chalkon - Pankrazenode coin from Apameia (Phrygia) features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side shows a Persian-style seated figure of the king, Pankrazenode. This fusion of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the region, which was influenced by both Greek and Persian empires at different times.
