Phoenicia, Tyre, AR Shekel, Uncertain King, Circa 357-349 BC, Deity on Hyppocamp / Owl – RR

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Greek,  Phoenicia, Tyre, AR Shekel (silver, 9.93g, 19.1mm), Uncertain King, Circa 357-349 BC
Obv: Deityor hero, holding reins and bow, riding hippocamp right above two lines of waves; below, dolphin right
Rev:  Owl standing right, head facing; crook and flail in background,  M (in Aramaic) and date in Phoenician to the upper right
Ref:  E&E-T Group II.2.1.3, 835 var; HGC 10, 341 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, Fine (corroded, verdigris and disintegrated metal with a rough surface)
Note: Tyre, a Phoenician city, was a major maritime power and trading center renowned for its purple dye and naval strength, shaping the history of the ancient Mediterranean. The deity holds the reins and a bow, symbolizing control and military prowess, while riding gracefully above two lines of waves. Below the waves, a dolphin swims to the right. This imagery reflects Tyre’s maritime culture and the city’s association with seafaring and commerce. The owl, often associated with Athena in Greek mythology, symbolizes wisdom and vigilance. In the background, a crook and flail are depicted, representing agricultural abundance and royal authority.

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