© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Dichalkon - Tigranes I Zeus 123 BC - 96 BC
| Bronze | 6.35 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Tigranes I (123 BC - 95 BC) Tigranes II the Great (95 BC - 55 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 123 BC - 96 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.35 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#329380 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus seated to left, holding wreath in his right hand and scepter in his left; in inner left field, Λ.
Lettering: BA[ΣΙΛEΩΣ] / [M]EΓAΛO[Y] - TIΓPANOY / ΦΙΛΕΛΛHN[OC]
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dichalkon coin is that it features an image of Zeus on one side and Tigranes I on the other, signifying the blending of Greek and Armenian cultures during the reign of Tigranes I. This coin was issued during a time when Armenia was under Greek influence, and it highlights the cultural exchange that took place between the two civilizations.
