Sidon 1⁄16 Shekel - Abdashtart I, -370 – -358
Sidon
Information
Country
Sidon
Sidon
Currency
Shekel
(539 – 332)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1⁄16 Shekel - Abdashtart I
Year
-370 – -358
Ruler
Abdashtart I
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.74
Diameter (mm)
10
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1⁄16 Shekel - Abdashtart I from Sidon. Issued from -370 to -358. Struck in Silver. Measures 10 mm and weighs 0.74 g.
- Obverse
- War galley sailing left with rowers, oars and shields; zigzag depicting the sea.
- Reverse
- Persian king standing right, battling lion standing left on hind legs in incuse square
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (370 BC - 358 BC) | — | (fr) Betlyon 27 |
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