© Bibliothèque nationale de France
© Bibliothèque nationale de France
Dichalkon 400 BC - 350 BC
| Copper | 4.2 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Mesembria (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Hemiobol (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#65228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Four-spoked wheel at the center of a solar disk, referring to the cult of Apollo.
Inscriptions between the spokes of the wheel.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕΤΑ
Edge
Rough
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 gods in ancient Mesembria. This design is a distinctive feature of Mesembrian coins and sets them apart from other ancient Greek coins.