Kingdom of Macedonia Chalkon - Alexander III, -336 – -323
Information
Country
Kingdom of Macedonia
Kingdom of Macedonia
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Chalkon
Year
-336 – -323
Ruler
Alexander III the Great
(-336–-323)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5
Diameter (mm)
17
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Chalkon from Kingdom of Macedonia. Issued from -336 to -323. Struck in Bronze. Measures 17 mm and weighs 5 g.
- Obverse
- Head of young Herakles wearing lion's skin headdress.
- Reverse
- Alexander's name across field; horizontal club above, bow and quiver beneath. (Alexander (III, the Great))
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (336 BC - 323 BC) | — |
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