Half Shekel Pendant Coin, Ancient Coin Sterling Silver, Engraved Silver Chains, Jewish Jewelry Gift
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Replica of "A Silver Half Shekel" hanging charm crafted from 925 sterling silver. This item is Authorized & commissioned by the Israel Antiquities Authority. Explanation about the article by the IAA:"A Silver Half Shekel. Minted in Tyre. Size in inches: 0.73x0.49x0.06. This coin was customarily used to pay the half shekel head-tax to the Temple in the Second Temple period. At the time the Jerusalem Temple stood, every Jew was commanded to donate a half shekel to the Temple. This sum allowed all Jews, wealthy or poor, to contribute in the building's maintenance, & for the purchase of the public sacrifices." White gift box Half Shekel Pendant Coin, Ancient Coin Sterling Silver, Engraved Silver Chains, Jewish Jewelry Gift
