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Chalkous - Pakor II
| Bronze | 1.96 g | 11.45 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Pakor II (1st half of the 1st century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 10-50 |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.96 g |
| Diameter | 11.45 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#46890 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Diademed and draped bust left
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Chalkous - Pakor II (10-50) from Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) made of Bronze weighing 1.96 g is that it features an image of the Persian king, Pakor II, on one side and a mythical creature, the Chalkous, on the other. The Chalkous is a creature that is said to have the body of a lion, the head of an eagle, and the tail of a serpent, and it is believed to symbolize strength, courage, and wisdom. This coin was minted during the reign of Pakor II, who ruled the Persian Empire from 785 to 753 BCE, and it was likely used for everyday transactions and trade.
