Dichalkon - Artaxias I Club 190 BC - 160 BC
Bronze | - | - |
Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
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King | Artaxias I (190 BC - 159 BC) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 190 BC - 160 BC |
Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Bronze |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#357575 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Club; outer right field CA; outer left field ΧΡ.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΡΤΑΞΕΡΞΟΥ
Translation: King Artaxias
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dichalkon - Artaxias I (Club) coin is that it features a unique design element - a club symbol on the reverse side, which is believed to represent the king's power and authority.