Dichalkon - Artavasdes I

Overview

The Dichalkon - Artavasdes I is a Dichalkon denomination coin issued by Media-Atropatene, Kingdom of, with significant collectible value and historical importance.

Basic Information

• Issuing Country: Media-Atropatene, Kingdom of
• Issuing Authority: Media-Atropatene, Kingdom of
• Denomination: Dichalkon
• Category: coin
• Composition: Bronze
• Weight: 4.66g
• Diameter: 19.00mm

Coin Images

Obverse

Reverse

Design Features

Obverse Design

Draped bust of Artavasdes to right, wearing three-pointed tiara decorated with an annulet (or a wreath?) within raised rectangular design; behind, Nike flying right to crown the king.

Reverse Design

Artavasdes, on the right, standing left, holding spear and receiving wreath from Tyche, on the left, kneeling right.

Collectible Value

This coin has unique historical value and collecting significance, making it an important piece for numismatists and coin collectors.