4 Ma'ot-Obols (Judea) (539 BC - 332 BC) front 4 Ma'ot-Obols (Judea) (539 BC - 332 BC) back
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4 Ma'ot-Obols Judea 539 BC - 332 BC

 
Silver 3.16 g -
Description
Issuer
Satrapy of Yehud Medinata (Achaemenid Satrapies)
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
References
Numista
N#90525
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.