Satrapy of Yehud Medinata ¼ Shekel, -539 – -332
Judea
Information
Country
Satrapy of Yehud Medinata
Satrapy of Yehud Medinata
Currency
Shekel
(539 – 332)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
¼ Shekel
Year
-539 – -332
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.29
Diameter (mm)
15
Demonetized
Yes
Description
¼ Shekel from Satrapy of Yehud Medinata. Issued from -539 to -332. Struck in Silver. Measures 15 mm and weighs 3.29 g.
- Obverse
- Bearded oriental head (Bagoas?) right wearing Corinthian helmet, guilloche border
- Reverse
- Bearded deity seated right on winged wheel (chariot?), holding falcon in left hand and right hand resting on knee, small beaded mask below right; within guilloche border and incuse square (YHD or YHW(Either referring to province of Judah or the name of the God of Israel))
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (539 BC - 332 BC) | — | Possibly struck in Gaza |
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