© Sujit
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Dichalkon - Alexander II Zabinas 128 BC - 123 BC
| Bronze | 6 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander II Zabinas (128 BC - 123 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 128 BC - 123 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#50757 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Athena Nicephora looking at left, between two scriptures.
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Alexander II Zabinas, while the reverse side features an image of the goddess Athena, reflecting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Seleucid Empire.
