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Dichalkon 225 BC - 191 BC
| Bronze | 3.66 g | 16.0 mm |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 225 BC - 191 BC |
| Value | 1 Dichalkon = 2 Chalkon = 2⁄48 Drachm (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.66 g |
| Diameter | 16.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#177727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Zeus Aëtophoros standing right, preparing to cast thunderbolt
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the Hellenistic period, specifically in the city of Olympia (Elis). It was made of bronze and weighed 3.66 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. Despite its relatively small size, the Dichalkon coin played an important role in the economy of the city and was widely used for trade and commerce. Its design featured the image of a mythical creature called a "dichalkon," which was a creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the city of Olympia, and it was a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions.
