Seleucid Empire Chalkon - Antiochos IV, -175 – -164
Information
Country
Seleucid Empire
Seleucid Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Chalkon
Year
-175 – -164
Ruler
Antiochos IV Epiphanes
(-175–-163)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular, Serrate)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.6
Diameter (mm)
15
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Chalkon from Seleucid Empire. Issued from -175 to -164. Struck in Bronze. Measures 15 mm and weighs 2.6 g.
- Obverse
- Radiate head facing right.
- Reverse
- Veiled and draped goddess (Hera?) standing while holding long sceptre or torch with legend on either side. (King Antiochus (IV))
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (175 BC - 164 BC) | — |
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