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½ Shekel 212 BC - 209 BC
| Silver | 3.86 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 212 BC - 209 BC |
| Value | ½ Shekel |
| Currency | Shekel (212-209 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.86 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#391840 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Taras seated left on dolphin, holding wreath-bearing Nike and trident; monograms in field on either side.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
EK
TAPAΣ
Interesting fact
The ½ Shekel coin from Tarentum (Calabria) was minted during a time of great cultural and economic exchange between the Greek city-states and the Roman Republic. The coin's design features the head of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a dolphin on the other, symbolizing the city's maritime trade and cultural connections. Despite being a small denomination, this coin was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the region, reflecting the prosperity and influence of Tarentum during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (212 BC - 209 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Shekel (212 BC - 209 BC) coin.
