Description: Palmyraheritagegallery.com Phoenicia, Tyre: AR Shekel from AD 36/7 Behold the ancient splendor of this AR Shekel from Tyre, dated CY 162 (AD 36/7). Measuring 23mm and weighing 13.31 grams, this coin is a remarkable artifact from the Phoenician city-state renowned for its maritime prowess and cultural richness. The obverse features a laureate head of Melkart, the tutelary god of Tyre, often associated with Heracles, with a lion skin draped around his neck. The reverse depicts an eagle standing left on a prow, with a palm frond in the background. The date [P]ΞB (162 in the Tyrian calendar) is visible above the club on the left, with KP above the monogram on the right, and the Phoenician letter B between the eagle’s legs. Despite some light roughness and cleaning scratches, the coin remains in VF (Very Fine) condition with a compact flan. **Specifications:** - **Weight:** 13.31g - **Diameter:** 23mm - **Strike:** 12h - **Condition:** VF (Very Fine), with light roughness and cleaning scratches - **Date:** CY 162 (AD 36/7) - **Reference:** DCA-Tyre 592; HGC 10, 357; DCA2 947 **Historical Context:** This shekel hails from Tyre, a major Phoenician city known for its vibrant trade networks and production of Tyrian purple dye, which was highly prized in antiquity. During the period of 126/5 BC to AD 65/6, Tyre was a significant hub in the Roman Empire, maintaining a degree of autonomy and continuing its long-established traditions in commerce and craftsmanship. The depiction of Melkart on the obverse underscores Tyre's deep religious and cultural ties, as Melkart was revered as the city's protector and a symbol of its strength and endurance. The eagle on the reverse, standing on a ship’s prow, signifies Tyre's naval dominance and its critical role in Mediterranean trade. The date CY 162 corresponds to AD 36/7, a time when Tyre was flourishing under Roman influence, yet still retained much of its Phoenician heritage. Coins like this shekel were widely circulated and played a crucial role in the economic activities of the region, especially in trade. PHOENICIA, Tyre. 126/5 BC-AD 65/6. AR Shekel (23mm, 13.31 g, 12h). Dated CY 162 (AD 36/7). Laureate head of Melkart right, [lion skin around neck] / Eagle standing left on prow; palm frond in background; to left, [P]ΞB (date) above club; to right, KP above monogram; Phoenician B between legs. DCA-Tyre 592; HGC 10, 357; DCA2 947. Compact flan, light roughness, cleaning scratches. VF. For further information please call 212 3191077 SKU:OOL
Price: 1295 USD
Location: New York, New York
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Denomination: Shekel
Historical Period: Greek (450 BC-100 AD)
Composition: Silver
Year: 165 BC
Era: Ancient
Certification: Uncertified
