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Chalkon - Thessaloniki 187 BC - 31 BC
| Bronze | 2.73 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Thessaloniki (Macedon) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 187 BC - 31 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.73 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#285215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bow and quiver (or potentially monogram and quiver) surrounded by city name
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΕΣΣΑΛΟ
ΝΙΚΕΩΝ
Translation: Thessaloniki
Interesting fact
The Chalkon coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient city of Thessaloniki (now Thessaloniki, Greece) during the reign of King Cassander (31 BC - 29 BC). It was made of bronze and had a distinctive design, featuring the image of a warrior on one side and the goddess Athena on the other. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the Chalkon coin was an important part of the ancient Macedonian economy and was used for everyday transactions.
