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Dichalkon - Trajan L Ζ
| Bronze | 1.68 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 103-104 |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.68 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#413531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Elephant walking, right
Script: Greek
Lettering: LZ
Interesting fact
The Dichalkon - Trajan (L Ζ) coin was used in ancient Egypt during the Roman Empire, and it features an image of the Roman Emperor Trajan on one side and the Greek goddess Tyche on the other. The coin was made of bronze and weighed 1.68 grams. What's interesting about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in a region that was far from Rome, showing the extent of the Roman Empire's influence and trade networks at the time.
