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Dichalkon Megalopolis 300 BC - 275 BC
| Bronze | 4.16 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Arcadian League (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 275 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.16 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
League monogram above syrinx, "A-TI" across upper field, "ME" to right and thunderbolt below
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient city of Megalopolis, which was located in the Arcadian League (Arkadia) region of Greece. The coin's name, "Dichalkon," is derived from the Greek words "di" meaning "two" and "chalkos" meaning "copper," referring to the coin's value, which was equivalent to two copper coins. Despite its small value, the Dichalkon coin was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the region, and its design has been well-preserved in many surviving examples, offering a glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of ancient Greece.
