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Chalkous - Artabanos 300 BC - 275 BC
| Bronze | 1.48 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Sophene (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 275 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#328031 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Apollo standing left, holding arrow in his right hand and leaning left on tripod.
Script: Greek
Lettering: [ΒAΣIΛEΩΣ] - APTABA[NOY]
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Chalkous - Artabanos (300 BC - 275 BC) from Kingdom of Sophene (Greater Armenia) made of Bronze weighing 1.48 g is that it features an image of a king on one side and a goddess on the other, showcasing the cultural and religious beliefs of the time.