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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Æ Shekel Carthage; Punic Letter 300 BC - 264 BC
| Bronze | 6.5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Carthage (Zeugitana) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 264 BC |
| Value | 1 Shekel |
| Currency | Shekel |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#294211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Horse's head right, Punic letter in right field
Comment
Punic Letter can vary.Other versions of punic letter (Credits: CNG group)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Æ Shekel coin from Carthage is that it features the first known use of a Phoenician letter, the "aleph," which was the precursor to the modern Hebrew and Arabic alphabets.
