© CGB
© CGB
Dichalkon - Antigonos II Gonatas 250 BC
250 BC year| Copper | 5.21 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Antigonus II Gonatas (277 BC - 239 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 250 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.21 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Naked Pan walking right, erecting a trophy; in the field at left, a Macedonian shield; at right, the lagobolon; a monogram between the legs.
Lettering: B-A
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin featuring Antigonos II Gonatas (250 BC) from the Kingdom of Macedonia was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, but it also had a unique feature that made it stand out from other coins of its time. The coin had a square shape, which was unusual for coins during that period, as most coins were round. This square shape made the coin easier to stack and store, and it also made it more durable, as it was less likely to become damaged or worn down over time. This unique design feature of the Dichalkon coin has made it a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
