Dichalkon (340 BC - 320 BC) front Dichalkon (340 BC - 320 BC) back
Dichalkon (340 BC - 320 BC) photo
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Dichalkon 340 BC - 320 BC

 
Bronze 2.43 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Mantinea (Arkadia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
340 BC - 320 BC
Value
Dichalkon (1⁄24)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.43 g
Diameter
14.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#144675
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Trident head within shallow circular incuse

Interesting fact

The Dichalkon coin from Mantinea (Arkadia) is interesting because it features a unique design, with the head of a nymph on one side and a horse on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment in ancient Greece and is a rare example of a bronze coin from that time period.