Ptolemaic Kingdom Chalkon - Ptolemy VIII Euergetes II, -145 – -116
Information
Country
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Currency
Drachm
(204)
Denomination
Chalkon
Year
-145 – -116
Ruler
Ptolemy VIII Physcon
(-145–-116)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.12
Diameter (mm)
12
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Chalkon from Ptolemaic Kingdom. Issued from -145 to -116. Struck in Copper. Measures 12 mm and weighs 1.12 g.
- Obverse
- Head of female (Aphrodite or Arsinoe III?) to right.
- Reverse
- Double cornucopia tied with fillets. (KING PTOLEMY.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (145 BC - 116 BC) | — |
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