© Cuthwellis
© Cuthwellis
Dichalkon - Philip V 186 BC - 182 BC
| Bronze | 8.04 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (221 BC - 179 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 186 BC - 182 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.04 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#197162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Two goats recumbent right, grain ear below.
Lettering: BA
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mamroth# 14c; SNG Alpha Bank# 1090Interesting fact
The Dichalkon coin featuring Philip V of Macedonia was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its design was standardized to ensure consistency and authenticity.
