© Fred Cherrygarden
© Fred Cherrygarden
Dichalkon - Hadrianus Alexandria
| Bronze | 0.80 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-138 |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.80 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#248195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Ibis walking right.
Comment
References: Köln 890, Dattari (Savio) 7559-65, K&G 32.331, Emmett 1192.https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/3/5178
https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/3/5252
https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/3/5556
https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/3/5627
https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/3/5698
https://rpc.ashmus.ox.ac.uk/coins/3/6085
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon - Hadrianus (Alexandria) coin was used during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD) and features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess Tyche on the other. The coin was minted in Alexandria, Egypt, which was an important center of trade and commerce during the Roman Empire. The use of bronze in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a readily available and affordable material. Despite its small weight of 0.80 grams, the coin played an important role in the economy of the time and was likely used in everyday transactions.
