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Dichalkon - Abdashtart I Sidon 365 BC - 352 BC
| Bronze | 7 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Sidon (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| King | Abdashtart I (circa 376-352 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 365 BC - 352 BC |
| Value | 1 Dichalkos = 2 Chalkon = 1 Tetartemorion = ¼ Obols = 1⁄24 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#426285 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Persian king and driver in chariot left; to right.
Comment
Elayi & Elayi 2327-59.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dichalkon - Abdashtart I (Sidon) coin is that it features a unique blend of Phoenician and Greek elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Phoenician-style head of the goddess Astarte, while the reverse side features a Greek-style inscription and a representation of the goddess Athena. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich cultural exchange that occurred between the Phoenicians and Greeks in the ancient Mediterranean world.