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Dichalkon 200 BC - 20 BC
| Bronze | 7.3 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Pergamon (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 20 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#342199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Trophy of arms, ΘA monogram at left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: AΘHNAΣ NIKHΦOΡOΥ
Translation: Athena Nicephorus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dichalkon coin from Pergamon (Mysia) is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Eumenes II, who ruled Pergamon during the 2nd century BC, while the reverse side shows a stylized representation of the Persian goddess Artemis. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex history of the region, which was influenced by both Greek and Persian empires at different times.
