© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Chalkous - Tigranes V Eagle
| Bronze | 2.24 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Tigranes V (6-12) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 6-12 |
| Value | Chalkon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.24 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#186929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle with closed wings standing to left
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑCΙΛΕΩC ΤΙΓΡΑΝΟΥ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΥ
Translation: King Tigranes V Mega (the Great)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle on one side and King Tigranes V on the other, signifying the importance of both the king and the eagle as symbols of power and strength in ancient Armenian culture.
