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Chalkon - Ptolemaios III 246 BC - 222 BC
| Bronze | 9.89 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy III Euergetes (246 BC - 222 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 246 BC - 222 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Attic drachm (circa 323 – 306 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.89 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#62857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt, head reverted. Double cornucopiae bound with royal diadem above. Club in left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠTOΛEMAIOΥ BAΣIΛEΩΣ
Translation: King Ptolemy.
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
The Ptolemaic Kingdom, which issued the Chalkon coin, was one of the successor states of Alexander the Great's empire. The kingdom was founded by Ptolemy I Soter, one of Alexander's generals, and lasted for over 300 years. During this time, the Ptolemaic Kingdom was known for its rich culture, including the development of the Greek language and the construction of impressive buildings and monuments, such as the famous Library of Alexandria.
