15 Shekel

Эмитент Carthage
Год 201 BC - 195 BC
Тип Standard circulation coin
Номинал 15 Shekel
Валюта Shekel
Состав Bronze
Вес 93.95 g
Диаметр 46 mm
Толщина
Форма Round (irregular)
Техника Hammered
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Каталожные номера SNG Copenhagen#400, MAA#104, J&L#Pl.28 11
Описание аверса Head of Tanit (Kore-Persephone) left, wearing barley-wreath, bar and triple pendant earring and necklace.
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Описание реверса Unbridled horse standing right. Sun disk above.
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Гурт
Монетный двор
Тираж ND (201 BC - 195 BC) - -
ID Numisquare 5897428550
Дополнительная информация

Historical Context: This substantial Carthaginian 15 Shekel bronze, dated 201-195 BC, originates from the immediate aftermath of the Second Punic War. Following a devastating defeat and harsh Roman peace treaty, Carthage was stripped of territories and temporarily forbidden silver coinage. This heavy bronze, nearly 94 grams, highlights Carthage's economic resilience and need for robust internal currency for recovery and war indemnity payments, an era linked to Hannibal Barca's reform efforts. It demonstrates Carthage's capacity for self-governance despite Roman restrictions.

Artistry: The engraver remains anonymous, typical for Carthaginian mints. The coin embodies the Punic-Hellenistic stylistic school, merging

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