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Dichalkon 150 BC - 100 BC
| Bronze | 4.13 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Pergamon (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.13 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#128471 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Owl standing facing on palm frond.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
AΘH NAΣ
NIKΗΦΟΡΟΥ
Translation:
Athena
Nikiphoros
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin from Pergamon (Mysia) made of Bronze weighing 4.13 g is interesting because it features the image of a mythical creature called a Chimera, which has the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent. This coin was circulated during the reign of King Eumenes II, who ruled Pergamon from 197 BC to 158 BC. The Chimera was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Greek mythology, and its presence on the coin highlights the influence of Greek culture on the city of Pergamon during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (150 BC - 100 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Dichalkon (150 BC - 100 BC) coin.
