Lot 120: PHOENICIA. Tyre. AR Half Shekel (after 126 BC).

AUCTION: Sale 281

Description

Obv: Laureate head of Melqart right.
Rev: Eagle standing left, palm branch behind shoulder, club before.

Hendin 920.

Condition: good Fine.

Weight: 6.39 grams.
Diameter: 20.52 mm.

This is the coin used to pay the temple tax in ancient Israel

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 120
Listing #: 175584
Closed: Thursday, May 10, 2012 4:59:30 PM CT
Estimate: $275

Sold Winning Bid: $265
6 Bid(s)

Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 120
Listing #: 175584
Closed: Thursday, May 10, 2012 4:59:30 PM CT
Estimate: $275