1/2 Shekel

Issuer Tarentum
Year 212 BC - 209 BC
Type Standard circulation coin
Value 1/2 Shekel
Currency Shekel (212-209 BC)
Composition Silver
Weight 3.86 g
Diameter 18 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Variable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) HN Italy#1080, BMC Gr/It#302, GCV#383, Vlasto#978-980, SNG ANS 1#1269, SNG France#2066-2067, De Luynes#317
Obverse description Naked boy on horse pacing right, which he crowns with his right hand; in left hand, long palm-branch.
Obverse script Greek
Obverse lettering KPITO Σ
Reverse description Taras seated left on dolphin, holding wreath-bearing Nike and trident; monograms in field on either side.
Reverse script Greek
Reverse lettering TAPAΣ
Edge
Mint
Mintage ND (212 BC - 209 BC) - -
Numisquare ID 2034248290
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