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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetrachalkon 100 BC
100 BC year| Bronze | 7.29 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Magnetes (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 100 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.29 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#395995 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The centaur Chiron advancing right, holding branch over his left shoulder, his right arm raised; below, owl facing.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΑΓNHTΩN
Interesting fact
The Tetrachalkon coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and its value was equivalent to four chalkoi, which is where it gets its name from. Chalkoi were small bronze coins that were used as change in ancient Greece. The Tetrachalkon coin was a more convenient alternative to carrying around a bunch of small chalkoi, and it was also a symbol of the wealth and prosperity of the city-state of Magnetes.
