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Dichalkon 380 BC - 350 BC
| Bronze | 1.82 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Heraia (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 380 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.82 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#149060 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Large H with four dots around it
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC. The word "Dichalkon" means "two-horned" in Greek, which refers to the image of two horns on the coin's obverse side. The coin was issued by the city of Heraia in Arkadia, and it was made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at that time. Despite its small weight of 1.82 grams, the Dichalkon coin played an important role in the economy of ancient Greece, as it was widely used for trade and commerce.