½ Ma'ah-Obol 333 BC - 302 BC
| Silver | 0.36 g | - |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 333 BC - 302 BC |
| Value | ½ Ma'ah = 1⁄48 Shekel |
| Currency | Shekel (333 BC-260 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.36 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#94387 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing left, head facing, the feathers of the head form a beaded circle; on left and right pseudo Greek inscriptions which are not readably legible
Interesting fact
The ½ Ma'ah-Obol coin was used during the reign of King Yehudah HaMakabi (Judah the Maccabee) and features an image of a lion on one side and a palm tree on the other. This coin was significant because it was the first time a Jewish king had issued coins with Jewish symbols, indicating a newfound independence from foreign rule.