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Dichalkon - Artavasdes I 56 BC - 35 BC
| Bronze | 4.66 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Media-Atropatene (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Artavasdes I (56 BC - 31 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 56 BC - 35 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.66 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#328029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Artavasdes, on the right, standing left, holding spear and receiving wreath from Tyche, on the left, kneeling right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BACIΛE[ΩC - BACIΛEΩN - APTAYAZΔOY] - EYEPΓ[ETOY]
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dichalkon - Artavasdes I coin is that it features a unique blend of Armenian and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a bearded king, believed to be Artavasdes I, wearing a Greek-style helmet and a traditional Armenian headdress, while the reverse side features a stylized depiction of a horse and a Greek inscription. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that occurred in the region during the time period.