15 Shekel

İhraççı Carthage
Yıl 201 BC - 195 BC
Tür Standard circulation coin
Değer 15 Shekel
Para birimi Shekel
Bileşim Bronze
Ağırlık 93.95 g
Çap 46 mm
Kalınlık
Şekil Round (irregular)
Teknik Hammered
Yönlendirme
Gravürcü(ler)
Dolaşımda olduğu yıl
Referans(lar) SNG Copenhagen#400, MAA#104, J&L#Pl.28 11
Ön yüz açıklaması Head of Tanit (Kore-Persephone) left, wearing barley-wreath, bar and triple pendant earring and necklace.
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Arka yüz açıklaması Unbridled horse standing right. Sun disk above.
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Kenar
Darphane
Basma adedi ND (201 BC - 195 BC) - -
Numisquare Kimliği 5897428550
Ek bilgiler

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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