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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Dichalkon 400 BC - 350 BC
| Bronze | 3.8 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Larissa (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Horse standing right, preparing to lie down.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΑΡΙ ΣΑΙΩΝ
Translation: Larissa
Comment
The reverse of this example has a small ram head countermark.according to: https://www.acsearch.info/search.html?id=4565268
The ram head countermark may have been applied by Gonnos, to allow these bronzes to circulate in their territory, as their own issues of bronze were so small.
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin features an image of a horse on its obverse side, which was a symbol of strength and power in ancient Thessaly. The horse was also associated with the goddess Demeter, who was revered in Larissa, the city where the coin was minted. This imagery highlights the cultural and religious significance of the horse in ancient Thessalian society.
