Dichalkon - Artaxias I (Club) (190 BC - 160 BC) front Dichalkon - Artaxias I (Club) (190 BC - 160 BC) back
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Dichalkon - Artaxias I Club 190 BC - 160 BC

 
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Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia)
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
References
Numista
N#357575
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.