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Octachalk

A piece of eight Chalks (q.v.). This multiple of the Chalk is not specifically mentioned by ancient writers but certain large bronze coins of Egypt, from their weights, were probably of this denomination.


Source: Frey's Dictionary (American Journal of Numismatics, Vol. 50, 1916)
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