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Dichalkon - Seleukos I Antioch 312 BC - 281 BC
| Bronze | 7 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Seleukos I Nikator (305 BC - 281 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 312 BC - 281 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#272270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Legend either side of Athena Promachos standing right, brandishing a spear and holding shield. Device in right field under shield.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΣEΛEYKOY
Translation: King Seleukos (I, Soter)
Comment
SNG Spaer 6 / Houghton 3Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dichalkon - Seleukos I (Antioch) coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called a "dichalkon," which is a hybrid of a horse and a lion. This creature was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Greek mythology, and its depiction on the coin reflects the influence of Greek culture on the Seleucid Empire.
