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Hexachalkon 51 BC - 30 BC
Bronze | 5.01 g | 21.0 mm |
Issuer | Patrai (Achaia) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 51 BC - 30 BC |
Value | 1 Hexachalkon = 6⁄8 Obol = 6⁄48 Drachm ⅛ Obol = 1⁄48 Drachm |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 5.01 g |
Diameter | 21.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#143582 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crown of Isis. Inscription around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΓΙΑC
Interesting fact
The Hexachalkon coin was used in ancient Greece during the reign of Augustus Caesar, and its name comes from the Greek words "hex" meaning six and "chalkos" meaning copper, referring to the coin's value of six copper coins.