Dichalkon (330 BC - 305 BC) front Dichalkon (330 BC - 305 BC) back
Dichalkon (330 BC - 305 BC) photo
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Dichalkon 330 BC - 305 BC

 
Bronze 3.56 g 17.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Sikyon (Sikyonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
330 BC - 305 BC
Value
Dichalkon (1⁄24)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.56 g
Diameter
17.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#149546
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

ΘΕΥΦ within wreath

Interesting fact

The Dichalkon coin from Sikyon (Sikyonia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was valued at two chalkoi, which is where it got its name.