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Half Shekel 215 BC - 207 BC
| Silver | 3.63 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Metapontion (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 215 BC - 207 BC |
| Value | ½ Shekel |
| Currency | Shekel (212-207BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.63 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393254 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ear of corn, leaf and owl to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: META
Interesting fact
The Half Shekel coin from Metapontion (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Metapontion, which was located in the region of Lucania, in southern Italy. The coin features an image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a symbol of the city on the other. It was made of silver and weighed 3.63 grams. This coin is significant because it highlights the cultural and economic exchange between ancient Greek cities and the importance of trade in the Mediterranean region during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (215 BC - 207 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Half Shekel (215 BC - 207 BC) coin.