© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Chalkon - Seleukos II Kallinikos Magnesia on the Maeander 246 BC - 225 BC
| Bronze | 3.38 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos II Kallinikos (246 BC - 225 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 246 BC - 225 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.38 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Apollo standing to left, holding arrow and resting hand on grounded bow; monograms in outer fields; all within meander border.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΣEΛEYKOY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called a Chalkon, which is a composite creature with the body of a lion, the head of an eagle, and the tail of a serpent. This creature was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Greek mythology, and its depiction on the coin highlights the influence of Greek culture on the Seleucid Empire.
