The Halves of the Shekel (Didrachm) is an issue of great historical importance. They were the only coin accepted by the priests at the temple in Jerusalem and were used to pay the annual tax to the temple.
This coin was minted during the life of Jesus Christ, at the turn of 29/30 CE, probably in Jerusalem, as indicated by the monogram of KP (according to the opinion of Prof. Ya'akov Meshorer). This type is also identified as one of the likely 30 pieces of silver, or coins that Judas received for his betrayal of Christ.
Very rare coin, additionally with an unlisted date for a half shekel.
Obverse: Melkart's head in a laurel wreath, facing right.
Reverse: TYPOY IEPAΣ KAI AΣYΛOY / PNE / KP
Eagle standing right, behind it a palm branch, in the left field a club, in the right field a monogram.
Silver, diameter 21 x 20 mm, weight 6,6 g.
