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Dichalkon - Antiochos III 198 BC
198 BC year| Bronze | 4.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos III Megas (223 BC - 187 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 198 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#310163 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Winged Nike standing to left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand, a reversed anchor counterstamp in left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ANTIOXOY
Translation: King Antiochos (III, Megas)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dichalkon coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian design elements, reflecting the cultural exchange and synthesis that characterized the Seleucid Empire. The coin's obverse depicts a portrait of Antiochos III, while the reverse features a representation of the god Apollo, demonstrating the Empire's adoption of Greek deities and imagery. This fusion of cultural influences is a distinctive feature of Seleucid coinage and a testament to the diverse and multicultural nature of the Empire.
