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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
½ Ma'ah-Obol Samaria 539 BC - 332 BC
| Silver | 0.38 g | 7.0 mm |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Samaria (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 539 BC - 332 BC |
| Value | ½ Ma'ah-Obol = 1⁄48 Shekel (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Shekel (539-332 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.38 g |
| Diameter | 7.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#149615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phoenician galley left, mast with partially furled sails
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Achaemenid Empire, which was the first multicultural empire in history, spanning across three continents and leaving a lasting impact on the cultures it touched.