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Dichalkon - Heraklides 133 BC - 14 BC
| Bronze | 5.3 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Sardes (Lydia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 133 BC - 14 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#176044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Apollo, naked, standing to front right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΣΑΡΔΙΑΝΩΝ
ΗΡΑ ΚΛΙΔΗΣ
Translation:
Sardes
Heraklides
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon - Heraklides coin from Sardes (Lydia) was used as a form of currency during the reign of King Heraklides in the 2nd century BC. It was made of bronze and weighed 5.3 grams, which was a significant weight for a coin at that time. The coin features an image of the king on one side and a mythological creature on the other, which was a common design element for coins during that era. Despite its age, some of these coins have been well-preserved and are highly sought after by collectors today.
