© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
2 Æ Shekel 241 BC - 238 BC
| Bronze | 14.99 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Punic Sardinia (Carthaginian Empire) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 241 BC - 238 BC |
| Value | 2 Shekel |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.99 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#234657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three grain ears.
Comment
Overstruck on a Carthaginian issue with a head of Tanit to the left on the obverse and a head of a horse to the right on the reverse.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Carthaginian and Sardinian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a lion's head, which was a common motif in Carthaginian coinage, while the reverse side features a representation of a nuraghe, a traditional Sardinian stone tower. This blending of cultural elements reflects the complex history of Sardinia during this period, when it was under Carthaginian rule.