Phoenicia, Arados – 1/16 Shekel, Circa 380–351/0 BC – Rare Silver Coin

Weight: 0.41 g
Diameter: 9 mm
Alignment: 00h

A rare and beautifully toned 1/16 Shekel from the Phoenician city-state of Arados, minted circa 380–351/0 BC. This coin is a remarkable example of Phoenician artistry and maritime heritage, featuring:

Obverse: Laureate bearded head of Ba'al-Arwad facing right, the chief god worshipped in the island city-state of Arwad.
Reverse: Aramaic letters "𐡌𐡀" ("ma") above a galley sailing right over two lines of waves, symbolizing the maritime prowess of the Phoenicians.
Cataloged as: Betlyon 13, HGC 10, 46, SNG Copenhagen 19–22.

Please note, the photos are highly magnified, and the coin appears even more impressive in person.

This piece has test cuts on the edge but remains in good very fine condition, with a stunning patina that enhances its historical appeal.

Provenance:
From a private Danish collection, established in the 1980s.

Historical Context:
Ba'al-Arwad was the primary deity of Arados, an important Phoenician city-state located off the coast of modern-day Syria. As a manifestation of the broader deity Baal, Ba'al-Arwad was associated with maritime power, fertility, and the forces of nature—central to the island’s culture and its thriving trade and seafaring activities in the Mediterranean.


Phoenicia, Arados – 1/16 Shekel, Circa 380–351/0 BC – Rare Silver Coin

Weight: 0.41 g
Diameter: 9 mm
Alignment: 00h

A rare and beautifully toned 1/16 Shekel from the Phoenician city-state of Arados, minted circa 380–351/0 BC. This coin is a remarkable example of Phoenician artistry and maritime heritage, featuring:

Obverse: Laureate bearded head of Ba'al-Arwad facing right, the chief god worshipped in the island city-state of Arwad.
Reverse: Aramaic letters "𐡌𐡀" ("ma") above a galley sailing right over two lines of waves, symbolizing the maritime prowess of the Phoenicians.
Cataloged as: Betlyon 13, HGC 10, 46, SNG Copenhagen 19–22.

Please note, the photos are highly magnified, and the coin appears even more impressive in person.

This piece has test cuts on the edge but remains in good very fine condition, with a stunning patina that enhances its historical appeal.

Provenance:
From a private Danish collection, established in the 1980s.

Historical Context:
Ba'al-Arwad was the primary deity of Arados, an important Phoenician city-state located off the coast of modern-day Syria. As a manifestation of the broader deity Baal, Ba'al-Arwad was associated with maritime power, fertility, and the forces of nature—central to the island’s culture and its thriving trade and seafaring activities in the Mediterranean.


Eră
Înainte de 1400
Cultură/Regiune
Fenicia, Arados
Anul / Perioada și variația
380-351/0 BC/ Ba'al-Arwad Bust -Rare
Denumire
1/16 Shekel
Metal
AR
Stare
Neclasificate
Greutate
0.41 g
Numărul de articole
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They are just as in the photo good condition and well packed.

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user-d4cab8340051

Envoi sans problème. Vendeur à recommander.

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erual68
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Merci beaucoup pour votre retour positif ! Nous sommes ravis que l’envoi se soit bien passé et que vous soyez satisfait(e) de votre achat. Au plaisir de vous revoir pour de futures transactions. 😊

The item matches the discreption and photos. I recommend the seller

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user-1a8d5e02904e

Fabulous coin, great service and top communication….thank you so much. I’ll be buying again, many thanks

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user-e10a3e083f14
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Dear, Thank you for your great feedback! I’m glad you’re happy with the coin. It was a pleasure doing business with you, and I look forward to working together again. Warm regards

I recently received my new coin for my collection, and I couldn't be happier! Although it got stuck in UK customs for a bit, they eventually realized it wasn't worth holding on to for long. 👍👍

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user-d558d8332e9f

artikel zoals beschreven, goed verpakt, snelle levering, zeer tevreden.

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user-969c884322bc

Supersnel verzonden! Hele aardige bezorger top! En goed ingepakt. Is een heel klein muntje maar ben er heel erg blij mee. Zo aan het einde van het Romeinse Rijk de laatste stuiptrekkingen…….dank……

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user-f86a285e69df
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Thanks a million for your feedback! I’m happy that you like your new authentic and small beauty piece! Yes, the Marcian is the smallest Roman coin in my collection, but still very beautiful and rare:)

Monnaie très appréciée par les collectionneurs qui s'intéressent à cette période qui continue aujourd'hui à nous interroger.

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user-e50ab819eed0

Très content de la recevoir. Très jolie pte pièce. Merci

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user-e01c29bc1a45
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Merci beaucoup ! Je suis ravi que la pièce vous plaise. C’est vraiment une petite pièce nette et bien centrée !

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