Seleucid Empire Dichalkon - Alexander I Balas, -150 – -145
Information
Country
Seleucid Empire
Seleucid Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dichalkon
Year
-150 – -145
Ruler
Alexander I Balas
(-150–-145)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular, Serrated)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dichalkon from Seleucid Empire. Issued from -150 to -145. Struck in Bronze. Measures 20 mm and weighs 6 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed head of Alexander I, right.
- Reverse
- Athena standing left, holding Nike and grounded shield, spear leaning against arm; monograms to inner left and in exergue. K * Δ (King Alexander (Balas))
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (150 BC - 145 BC) | — |
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