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© Tiber Numismatics
Dichalkos Prow of galley 241 BC - 162 BC
| Bronze | 3.6 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Arados (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241 BC - 162 BC |
| Value | Dichalkon (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#376326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Prow of galley left; above, Phoenician letters AP ligate
Script: Phoenician
Lettering: AP
Unabridged legend: Αραδιον
Translation: Arados
Interesting fact
The Dichalkos coin features an image of a prow of a galley, which was a symbol of the Phoenician cities' maritime power and trading prowess. The Phoenicians were skilled shipbuilders and navigators, and their ships were renowned for their speed and maneuverability. The prow of a galley was often decorated with intricate carvings and was considered a symbol of the city's wealth and prestige.
