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© LHS Numismatik AG
Dichalkon 400 BC - 373 BC
| Bronze | 2.98 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Helike (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 373 BC |
| Value | 1 Dichalkon = 2 Chalkon = 2⁄48 Drachm (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.98 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#180290 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Trident between two dolphins swimming upwards. All within laurel wreath with ties at the bottom
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Helike (Achaia) during the 4th century BC. Despite being made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at the time, the Dichalkon coin was unique in that it featured a distinctive design, with two horns on either side of the coin's central axis, giving it a distinctive "V" shape. This design was likely used to make the coin more easily identifiable and harder to counterfeit.