Double Shekel - Abdashtart I (Sidon) (365 BC - 352 BC) front Double Shekel - Abdashtart I (Sidon) (365 BC - 352 BC) back
Double Shekel - Abdashtart I (Sidon) (365 BC - 352 BC) photo
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Double Shekel - Abdashtart I Sidon 365 BC - 352 BC

 
Silver (.980) 25.38 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Sidon (Phoenician cities)
King
Abdashtart I (circa 376-352 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
365 BC - 352 BC
Value
2 Silver Shekels
Currency
Shekel (539-332 BCE)
Composition
Silver (.980)
Weight
25.38 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#70789
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Slow quadriga to left on ground line, behind the driver stands the Great King of Persia, his right hand raised, Abd’Ashtart walks behind in Egyptian-style dress, holding a cult-sceptre and a votive vase

Translation:
"‘bh"
(Abdashtart/Straton)

Edge

Plain

Comment

E&E-S Group IV.2.1.m, 1339.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Double Shekel coin from Sidon 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 world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (365 BC - 352 BC)  - - - - - -

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