Sidon Dichalkos, -98 – -10
Astarte on prow of galley
Information
Country
Sidon
Sidon
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dichalkos
Year
-98 – -10
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.51
Diameter (mm)
20.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dichalkos from Sidon. Issued from -98 to -10. Struck in Bronze. Measures 20.5 mm and weighs 5.51 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Tyche, right, turreted, veiled, draped; monogram behind.
- Reverse
- Astarte standing left on galley, holding tiller with right hand and standard with left hand; on left, year of issue; below, Phoenician script and city name. (From Sidon)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (98 BC - 10 BC) | — |
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