Temple tax Shekel of Tyre in Gold frame

Tyrian Shekel- Tetradrachma

A fascinating piece of Biblial History this Coin is mentioned several times in the Scriptures. The Tyrian Shekel was in circulation at the time of Jesus when the Temple of Jerusalem stood with all it's Glory. This is the Coin Pilgrims were required to pay as the Temple tax.

When asked to pay the tax in Cappernahum Jesus instructs Peter: "Go to the Sea and cast A hook, and take the first fish that comes up. Opening his mouth thou wilt find a Stater, give it to them for me and for thee" Matthew 17:23-26

Replica coin is mad from 925 Sterling Silver. Pendant & chain are 14 Karat Gold plated silver. Chain is 16 inches long with extension.