Silver Shekel Coin Value
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The Silver Shekel Coin Value is $12.03 USD. In ancient times the value of a coin was roughly a function of its weight and the value of the metal. Most shekels were made of silver and approximately 11.5 grams. This function simply returns the current market value of a shekel of sliver in U.S. dollars.
A shekel is Biblical weight measurement that is approximately equal to 11.5 grams. It is also equal to 2 bekas which is also a Biblical unit. The unit shekel is referenced in the following passages:
- Genesis 23:15,16
- Exodus 30:13
