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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hexachalkon 50 BC - 25 BC
| Bronze | 4.93 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | Tegea (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 25 BC |
| Value | 1 Hexachalkon = ¾ Obol = ⅛ Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.93 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#145546 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Kepheos, nude but for helmet, standing facing right, holding a shield and a spear, extending hand to Athena, who stands left, holding a spear and a lock of Medusa’s hair. Between them, Sterope standing right, holding a vessel. Monograms above and below.
Interesting fact
The Hexachalkon coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 1st century BC. Its name "Hexachalkon" comes from the Greek words "hex" meaning six and "chalkos" meaning copper, referring to the coin's value, which was equivalent to six copper coins. The coin was made of bronze, a metal alloy consisting of copper and tin, and weighed approximately 4.93 grams. Despite its small size and value, the Hexachalkon coin played an important role in the economy of ancient Greece, particularly in the city-state of Tegea, where it was minted and widely used for trade and commerce.
