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Dichalkon 380 BC - 350 BC
| Bronze | 2.95 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Heraia (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 380 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#144649 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large H with curved sides and four pellets around
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC. Its name "Dichalkon" means "two-chalkoi" in Greek, referring to the two small bronze pieces that were used as a standard unit of exchange. The coin was issued by the city of Heraia in Arkadia, and it weighs 2.95 grams. Despite its small size, the Dichalkon coin played an important role in the ancient Greek economy, as it was widely used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the wealth and power of the city of Heraia.
