Kings of Bithynia Dichalkon - Prusias II, -182 – -149
Information
Country
Kings of Bithynia
Kings of Bithynia
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dichalkon
Year
-182 – -149
Ruler
Prusias II
(-182–-149)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.5
Diameter (mm)
22.6
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dichalkon from Kings of Bithynia. Issued from -182 to -149. Struck in Bronze. Measures 22.6 mm and weighs 5.5 g.
- Obverse
- Wreathed head of Dionysos right
- Reverse
- Centaur walking right, playing a lyre; WVHP monogram right. (King Prusias II)
- Edge
- Gross
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (182 BC - 149 BC) | — |
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