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Tetrachalkon Aigion 188 BC - 146 BC
| Bronze | 5.25 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | Achaean League (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Achaean League (280 BC - 146 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188 BC - 146 BC |
| Value | 4 Chalkoi (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.25 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Female figure (Achaia) seated left, holding wreath and scepter
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Tetrachalkon coin was used as a form of currency in the Achaean League, a confederation of cities in ancient Greece, during the 2nd century BC. The coin's name, Tetrachalkon, comes from the Greek words "tetra" meaning four and "chalkos" meaning copper, referring to the coin's value, which was equivalent to four copper coins. Despite its small value, the Tetrachalkon coin was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the region, reflecting the economic importance of the Achaean League during that time.
