Dichalkon (350 BC - 300 BC) front Dichalkon (350 BC - 300 BC) back
Dichalkon (350 BC - 300 BC) photo
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Dichalkon 350 BC - 300 BC

 
Bronze 5.5 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Krannon (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
350 BC - 300 BC
Value
Dichalkon (1⁄24)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.5 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#149090
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Lettering clockwise from the top, rider, wearing chlamys and petasos on horseback rearing right

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΚΡΑ-Ν

Interesting fact

The Dichalkon coin features a unique design, with two confronted heads on the obverse (front) side, which are believed to represent the twin brothers Castor and Pollux, who were revered as heroes in ancient Greece.