Dichalkon (300 BC - 200 BC) front Dichalkon (300 BC - 200 BC) back
Dichalkon (300 BC - 200 BC) photo

Dichalkon 300 BC - 200 BC

 
Copper 1.3 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Pantikapaion (Taurica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
300 BC - 200 BC
Value
Dichalkon (1⁄24)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.3 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#42539
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

A bow and quiver with legends on both sides: (Coin) of Panticapaea).Automatically translated

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΠΑΝΤΙΚΑ

ΠΑΙΤΩΝ

Edge

Rough

Interesting fact

The Dichalkon coin from Pantikapaion (Taurica) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Pantikapaion, which is now modern-day Kerch, Ukraine.