© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Tetrachalkon 425 BC - 375 BC
| Bronze | 9.26 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | Pharsalos (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.26 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#171251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Armored Thessalian horseman riding right, brandishing flail at an enemy soldier who flees to right; behind horseman to left, soldier walking right with staff over his shoulder
Script: Greek
Lettering: Φ Α Ρ
Interesting fact
The Tetrachalkon coin was used as a means of payment for mercenaries and soldiers during the Peloponnesian War. It was also used as a medium of exchange for goods and services, and its value was equivalent to four chalkoi, which is where it got its name "Tetrachalkon" (four chalkoi).
