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© disha41754 (CC BY)
1⁄16 Shekel - Abdashtart I Sidon 370 BC - 358 BC
| Silver | 0.74 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Sidon (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| King | Abdashtart I (circa 376-352 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 370 BC - 358 BC |
| Value | 1⁄16 Shekel |
| Currency | Shekel (539-332 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.74 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#84937 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Persian king standing right, battling lion standing left on hind legs in incuse square
Script: Phoenician
Lettering: PHOENICIAN LETTER (').
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1/16 Shekel coin from Sidon (Phoenician cities) is that it features an image of a Phoenician ship on one side, which reflects the city's strong maritime tradition and its role as a major trading hub in the ancient Mediterranean world.
