1/2 Shekel

€391,840.00
IssuerTarentum
Year212 BC - 209 BC
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Shekel
CurrencyShekel (212-209 BC)
CompositionSilver
Weight3.86 g
Dimensions18 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable 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 descriptionNaked boy on horse pacing right, which he crowns with his right hand; in left hand, long palm-branch.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringKPITO Σ
Reverse descriptionTaras seated left on dolphin, holding wreath-bearing Nike and trident; monograms in field on either side.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringTAPAΣ
Edge
Mint
MintageND (212 BC - 209 BC)  - -
Catalog ID2034248290
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