4 Ma'ot-Obols Judea 539 BC - 332 BC
Silver | 3.16 g | - |
Issuer | Satrapy of Yehud Medinata (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 539 BC - 332 BC |
Value | 4 Ma'ot-Obols = ⅙ Shekel |
Currency | Shekel (539-332 BCE) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 3.16 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#90525 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Owl with inscription of Yhwdh (Judah) written in Paleo-Hebrew to the left
Lettering: Ο יהודה
Translation: Judah
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Achaemenid Empire, which was the first multicultural empire in history, spanning across three continents and tolerating diverse cultures and religions.