Tyre BOLD SHEKEL 31/30 BC, LOVELY BOLD, Biblical/Judean

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The shekels and half-shekels of Tyre were the exclusive currency accepted at the Jerusalem Temple. The annual Jewish tribute tax to the Temple was half a shekel. It is also commonly accepted that the Tyre shekels comprise the 30 pieces of silver paid to Judas for his betrayal of Jesus. Tyre, silver shekel of 26.2 mm, 13.98 grams, full flan. Struck in the year 31/30 BC. Obverse: Bust Melqarth to right. Reverse: Eagle, wings closed, stands left, date to left.Reference: British Museum Catalog 139. LOVELY example of this popular coin; fantastic portrait of Herakles, bold eagle, clear date, etc.! Bold and full reverse with full legends which translate as "of Tyre, the Holy and inviolable." This lot is accompanied by a photo-authenticity receipt signed by David Hendin, author of Guide to Biblical Coins . PLEASE READ THE CONDITIONS OF SALE BELOW Buyer pays $6.00 for insured shipping within the U.S.A. Most orders will be shipped with PRIVATE insurance and DELIVERY CONFIRMATION. Larger orders will be shipped by REGISTERED mail. More than one purchase can be shipped together for the cost of one lot within the U.S.A. Outside the U.S.A., buyer pays $15.00, which includes insurance. (NOTE: DUE TO RISK AND PAPERWORK, WE WILL NOT SHIP OUT OF THE USA FOR LESS THAN $15.00. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If you think this is too much for shipping read more

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