Gadir 2 Shekel - Hamilcar Barca, -237 – -228
Information
Country
Gadir
Gadir
Currency
Hispania - Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Shekel - Hamilcar Barca
Year
-237 – -228
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
14.72
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Shekel - Hamilcar Barca from Gadir. Issued from -237 to -228. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 14.72 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed male head (Hamilcar?) to left, with hanging ties.
- Reverse
- Prow of galley to right, with rostra, oars, two shields on deck and a wreathed forepost, to which is attached a pennant; hippocampus in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (237 BC - 228 BC) | — |
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