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Chalkous - Orodes I 90 BC - 80 BC
| Copper | 1.26 g | 12.58 mm |
| Issuer | Parthian Empire (Parthian Empire (247 BC - 224 AD)) |
|---|---|
| King | Orodes I (80 BC - 75 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 90 BC - 80 BC |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm (247 BC-224 AD) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.26 g |
| Diameter | 12.58 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#46920 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Statue of a Herm right; seven-line Greek inscription.
Script: Greek
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Chalkous - Orodes I coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian design elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a bearded king facing right, wearing a crown and a necklace, while the reverse (back) side shows a seated goddess holding a scepter and a small figure of a lion. This fusion of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Parthian Empire's reign, which spanned across present-day Iran, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and parts of Turkey, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
