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© Nomos AG
Tetrachalkon 425 BC - 375 BC
| Bronze | 6.83 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Pharsalos (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#171252 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Armored Thessalian horseman riding right, brandishing flail. Behind him, soldier walking right with staff over his shoulder
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΑ ΣΑ ΑΛΙΩ Ν
Comment
Lavva 325 var. (same obverse die).
Interesting fact
The Tetrachalkon coin was used as a means of payment for mercenaries and soldiers during the Peloponnesian War. It's fascinating to think that this coin, which is over 2,000 years old, played a role in the lives of soldiers and mercenaries during a time of conflict. It's a reminder that even in ancient times, the need for a standardized form of currency was important for facilitating trade and commerce, especially during times of war.
