Seleucid Empire Dichalkon - Demetrios III, -97 – -87
Information
Country
Seleucid Empire
Seleucid Empire
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dichalkon
Year
-97 – -87
Ruler
Demetrios III Eukairos Philopator
(-95–-88)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dichalkon from Seleucid Empire. Issued from -97 to -87. Struck in Bronze. Measures 20 mm and weighs 6 g.
- Obverse
- Radiate head of Demetrios III right.
- Reverse
- Nike walking right, holding wreath and palm branch. (King Demetrios Theos Philopator Soter)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (97 BC - 87 BC) | — |
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