Hexachalkon (48 BC - 35 BC) front Hexachalkon (48 BC - 35 BC) back
Hexachalkon (48 BC - 35 BC) photo
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Hexachalkon 48 BC - 35 BC

 
Bronze 8.55 g 24.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Lakedaimon (Lakonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
48 BC - 35 BC
Value
1 Hexachalkon = 6⁄8 Obol = 6⁄48 Drachm (⅛)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
8.55 g
Diameter
24.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#149412
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Club with handle ending in kerykeion, letters T-I flanking and all within wreath

Interesting fact

The Hexachalkon coin from Lakedaimon (Lakonia) was used as a means of payment for soldiers during the Peloponnesian War.