© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Hemichalkon - Artaxias I eagle 190 BC - 160 BC
| Bronze | 0.92 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Armenia (Greater Armenia) |
|---|---|
| King | Artaxias I (190 BC - 159 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 190 BC - 160 BC |
| Value | Hemichalkon (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.92 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#329531 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Eagle standing left with closed wings.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an eagle on one side and King Artaxias I on the other, signifying the importance of both the king and the eagle as symbols of power and strength in ancient Armenian culture.