Description
Suspended elegantly from an 18K gold necklace, this striking silver shekel coin features the visage of a distinguished figure crowned with an olive leaf, symbolizing peace and prosperity from ancient Tyre, a historic city in southern Lebanon. On the reverse side, an intricately detailed eagle, accompanied by ancient inscriptions, displays its sharp talons and delicate plumage, showcasing skilled craftsmanship and artistic finesse. The coin’s surface is polished to a brilliant finish, accentuating the bold, embossed designs that grace both sides.
Dating from 126 B.C.E. to 66 C.E., this pendant hails from a period when Tyre had reasserted its independence, even as neighboring provinces fell under Roman dominion. Its preservation is exquisite, retaining a beauty that transcends time, making it a wearable artifact that maintains its elegance and historical significance to this day.
REFERENCE #
JW_PH_1001
CIVILIZATION
Phoenician, 126 B.C.E. – 66 C.E.
SIZE
D. 2.5 cm
CONDITION
Excellent Condition
PRICE
$5495
Frequently Asked Questions
The silver shekel coin pendant dates from 126 B.C.E. to 66 C.E., originating from ancient Tyre, a historic city in southern Lebanon. It represents a period when Tyre had regained its independence despite Roman expansion, making it a valuable artifact that reflects the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
The pendant features a silver shekel coin suspended from an 18K gold necklace. The coin itself is polished to a brilliant finish, highlighting the embossed designs on both sides, while the necklace adds a luxurious and durable setting for the coin.
The obverse side of the coin displays the visage of a distinguished figure crowned with an olive leaf, symbolizing peace and prosperity. The reverse side features an intricately detailed eagle with sharp talons and delicate plumage, accompanied by ancient inscriptions, showcasing skilled craftsmanship.
The coin pendant measures 2.5 cm in diameter and is in excellent condition. Its preservation maintains the brilliance and detail of the embossed designs, making it both a wearable piece of jewelry and a well-preserved historical artifact.
The silver shekel coin pendant is priced at $5495, reflecting its historical significance, excellent condition, and the quality of materials used, including the 18K gold necklace and the polished silver coin.
The pendant originates from the Phoenician civilization, specifically from the period between 126 B.C.E. and 66 C.E. This era corresponds to when Tyre, a prominent Phoenician city, had reasserted its independence.
