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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Dichalkon - Anonymous Alexandria
| Bronze | 1.66 g | 14.6 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Caligula (Caius Augustus Germanicus) (37-41) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 37-38 |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.66 g |
| Diameter | 14.6 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#298744 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Apis bull facing right. Lettering above.
Lettering: LB
Comment
Reference material generally agrees that this is a Julio-Claudian coin, probably attributable to the Emperor Caligula. However, there is some suggestion that it is actually a much later coin, minted during the reign of Hadrian, based on the fact that the earliest Apis bulls on non-anonymous coins occur during his reign. This listing conforms to the generally accepted catalogue information.Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin was used during the reign of Emperor Trajan (AD 98-117) and features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas on one side and a portrait of the emperor on the other.
