Authentic Tyre Shekel

Authentic Tyre Shekel: A Historical Relic and Biblical Artifact Weight: 13.7Grams  date: 125 / 126 BCE found in: Jerusalem  includes: certificate from the authoritative antiquities Historical Description: The Tyre shekel, an ancient Phoenician coinage, bears witness to the commercial and cultural significance of the city-state of Tyre in antiquity. Minted with precision craftsmanship, each shekel embodies the economic prowess and artistic finesse of the ancient Tyrians. The obverse typically features the image of Melqart, the chief deity of Tyre, depicted in regal attire and often accompanied by symbols of power and prosperity. On the reverse, a majestic eagle in flight graces the coin, symbolizing Tyre's dominance over the seas and its status as a maritime power. Religious Significance: In the biblical narrative, the Tyre shekel intertwines with profound stories of faith and betrayal. One such account involves Judas Iscariot, who famously betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver,