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Dichalkon - Kassander 319 BC - 297 BC
| Copper | 3.92 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Regent | Cassander (317 BC - 305 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 319 BC - 297 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.92 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#96200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Lion seated right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΑΣΣΑΝ
ΔΡΟΥ
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon - Kassander coin from the Kingdom of Macedonia, made of copper and weighing 3.92g, is interesting because it features the image of a youthful Alexander the Great, who was only 16 years old when he succeeded his father King Philip II and went on to conquer a vast portion of the known world.
