¼ Ma'ah-Obol - Ptolemy I 302 BC - 294 BC
| Silver | 0.18 g |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Pharaoh | Ptolemy I Soter (305 BC - 282 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 302 BC - 294 BC |
| Value | ¼ Ma'ah (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Shekel (333 BC-260 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.18 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#89418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription to left of eagle with wings spread standing left
Script: Hebrew
Lettering: יהד
Translation: yhd
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ma'ah-Obol coin from Judea is that it features an image of a lion on one side, which was a symbol of the Ptolemaic dynasty, while the other side bears an image of a star within a wreath, representing the Jewish tradition. This coin is a unique example of the blending of cultures and traditions during the Ptolemaic period.