Trichalkon (325 BC - 275 BC) front Trichalkon (325 BC - 275 BC) back
Trichalkon (325 BC - 275 BC) photo
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Trichalkon 325 BC - 275 BC

 
Bronze 6.24 g 22.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Orthe (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
325 BC - 275 BC
Value
Trichalkon (1⁄16)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.24 g
Diameter
22.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#170873
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Forepart of a horse springing to right from a rocky outcrop, on which grows an olive tree. Around, olive wreath with ties below

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΟΡΘΙΕΙΩΝ

Comment

Moustaka 30; Traité IV 595, pl. CCXCIII, 16.

Interesting fact

The Trichalkon coin was used in ancient Greece during the Hellenistic period, specifically in the city of Orthe in Thessaly. The coin's design features a unique combination of three nails or spikes, which gave the coin its name "Trichalkon" meaning "three nails" in Greek. This distinctive design was used to prevent counterfeiting and to ensure the coin's authenticity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (325 BC - 275 BC)  - - - - - -

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