Hexachalkon (235 BC - 222 BC) front Hexachalkon (235 BC - 222 BC) back
Hexachalkon (235 BC - 222 BC) photo
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Hexachalkon 235 BC - 222 BC

 
Bronze 8.83 g -
Description
Issuer
Lakedaimon (Lakonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
235 BC - 222 BC
Value
1 Hexachalkon = 6⁄8 Obol = 6⁄48 Drachm (⅛)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
8.83 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#149413
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Winged thunderbolt with Λ-A flanking

Interesting fact

The Hexachalkon coin from Lakedaimon (Lakonia) was used as a means of payment for soldiers during the military campaigns of King Cleomenes III.