¼ Shekel Philistia 539 BC - 332 BC
| Silver | 2.72 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Philistian city (Cities of Philistia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 539 BC - 332 BC |
| Value | ¼ Shekel |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.72 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#94197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion promote right and hind part left, create the illusion of a full lion with head turned back. When turned 90 degrees counter clockwise; the type appears to be a bearded and helmeted male head right, border of dots all within incuse square
Comment
The reverse side shows an image of a bearded helmeted man facing right when rotated 90° counterclockwise.
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a lion, which was a common motif in Philistian art and symbolized strength and power.
