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Shekel/Tetradrachm 500 BC - 301 BC
| Silver | 17.36 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Gaza (Cities of Philistia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 301 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.36 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing facing, wings folded; olive sprigs with berries in upper corners
Comment
BMC Palestine pl. 42, 1; Svoronos, Monnaies pl. 110, 49; Mildenberg, Money, pl. 1, 5.
Imitating Athens Tetradrachm.
Possibly only seven specimens known, with only five examples recorded, three of which are in museum collections (ANS, Boston and Berlin).
Interesting fact
The Shekel/Tetradrachm coin from Gaza (Cities of Philistia) was used as a form of currency during the ancient Philistine era, and its design features a unique blend of Phoenician and Greek influences, reflecting the cultural exchange and trade between these civilizations during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (500 BC - 301 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Shekel/Tetradrachm (500 BC - 301 BC) coin.