Description: Greece, Near East/Holy Land. Roman Period. Phoenicia, Tyre AR (Silver) shekel. Dated Civic Year 160 or 34/5 AD. Choice VF; a highly popular type and a scarce date, struck just one year after one of the two conventional dates (30 AD and 33 AD) in which Jesus Christ was crucified by the local authorities in exchange for this coin. Design: Laureate head of Heracles-Melqart (fusion of Greek & local Phoenician deities) right, wearing Nemean Lion skin around neck / Eagle perched left; date above club in left field Ref. DCA Tyre 920. HGC 10, 357. Prieur 1465. Dimensions: 24 mm / 14.05 gm Condition: Choice VF; clear details and problem-free surfaces. A scarce date, within a year of the crucifixion of Christ. Read more about the Biblical heritage of this coin here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thirty_pieces_of_silver All coins are guaranteed authentic and backed by Miller Ancients’ returns policy. Miller Ancients is a New York-based ancient coin firm that is proud to offer 15 years of experience and has sold over 10,000 coins to date. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
Price: 1750 USD
Location: New York, New York
End Time: 2024-12-29T21:19:30.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: Shekel
Historical Period: Greek (450 BC-100 AD)
Composition: Silver
Year: 34 AD
Era: Ancient
