Seleucid Empire Dichalkon - Diodotus Tryphon, -142 – -138
Information
Country
Seleucid Empire
Seleucid Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dichalkon
Year
-142 – -138
Ruler
Diodotos Tryphon
(-140–-138)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.3
Diameter (mm)
17.6
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dichalkon from Seleucid Empire. Issued from -142 to -138. Struck in Bronze. Measures 17.6 mm and weighs 5.3 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed head of Tryphon right.
- Reverse
- Spiked Macedonian helmet with cheek guards facing left, adorned with wild goat's horn above visor. ΑΣΚ in Inner left field (King Tryphon)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (142 BC - 138 BC) | — |
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