© CGB
© CGB
Quarter Chalkous - Carthago Nova 235 BC - 222 BC
| Bronze | 1.3 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Qart Hadasht (Punic Iberia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 235 BC - 222 BC |
| Value | ¼ Chalkous |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#94296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crested helmet left with ear flap
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Quarter Chalkous coin from Qart Hadasht (Punic Iberia) was used as a form of currency during the period of Carthaginian rule in the region, which lasted from 235 BC to 222 BC. Despite being made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at the time, the Quarter Chalkous was considered a high-denomination coin and was worth a significant amount of money in its day. In fact, it was equivalent in value to a quarter of a shekel, which was the standard unit of currency in the ancient Near East. This coin's design featured the image of a goddess, possibly Tanit, who was revered by the Carthaginians, and its inscription included the name of the city and its ruler, Hamilcar Barca. Today, the Quarter Chalkous is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
