Messene Trichalkon, -180 – -150
Information
Country
Messene
Messene
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Trichalkon = 3 Chalkoi = 3⁄48 Drachm
Year
-180 – -150
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.83
Diameter (mm)
16
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Trichalkon = 3 Chalkoi = 3⁄48 Drachm from Messene. Issued from -180 to -150. Struck in Bronze. Measures 16 mm and weighs 2.83 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Demeter to right
- Reverse
- Bunch of grapes hanging from branch; to right, above in wreath with ME monogram to the right
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (180 BC - 150 BC) | — |
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