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Dichalkon - Cleopatra VII Coele-Syria; Chalkis ad Libanon 36 BC - 30 BC
| Bronze | 4.37 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Cleopatra VII Philopator (51 BC - 30 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 36 BC - 30 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm (204 – 30 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.37 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#185353 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena advancing left, holding spear and shield
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Cleopatra VII, who was the last pharaoh of Ancient Egypt and one of the most powerful women in history. She was known for her political and romantic alliances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, and her attempts to defend Egypt against the expanding Roman Empire. The coin's design reflects her legacy as a powerful and influential leader, and it is a valuable piece of history for collectors and historians.
