Seleucid Empire Dichalkon - Seleukos I, -312 – -280
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Information
Country
Seleucid Empire
Seleucid Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dichalkon
Year
-312 – -280
Ruler
Seleukos I Nikator
(-305–-281)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
7
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dichalkon from Seleucid Empire. Issued from -312 to -280. Struck in Bronze. Measures 18 mm and weighs 7 g.
- Obverse
- Laureate head of Apollo to right.
- Reverse
- Legend either side of Athena Promachos standing right, brandishing a spear and holding shield. Device in right field under shield (King Seleucus)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (312 BC - 280 BC) | — | SC1# 15.1 - anchor in reverse right field | 86% | |
| ND (312 BC - 280 BC) | — | SC1# 15.2 - wreath in reverse right field | 14% | |
| ND (312 BC - 280 BC) | — | SC1# 17 - monogram in reverse right field |
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