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Dichalkon - Perseus 179 BC - 168 BC
| Bronze | 6.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Perseus (179 BC - 168 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 179 BC - 168 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#368428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Eagle standing front on plough, head right, wings spread. EΡ monogram and palm branch in left field, monogram (HΡ or HГ) in right field. Letter between the eagle's legs
Script: Greek
Lettering: B A
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mionnet 937Interesting fact
The Dichalkon - Perseus coin features an image of Perseus, the legendary founder of Mycenae and the slayer of the snake-haired Medusa, on one side, and the king's name, Dichalkon, on the other. This coin was issued during the reign of King Dichalkon, who ruled Macedonia from 179 BC to 168 BC. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively common metal at the time, this coin is considered rare and highly valuable among collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it has been well-preserved over the centuries.
