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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Dichalkon 300 BC - 250 BC
| Bronze | 2.71 g | - |
| Issuer | Dyme (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 250 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.71 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#143611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fish facing right with the inscription beneath
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΥΜΑ
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the Hellenistic period, specifically in the city of Dyme in Achaia. The coin's design features the image of a mythical creature called a "dichalkon," which is a creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. This design was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the city and its people.