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½ Prutah - Alexander Jannaeus 103 BC - 76 BC
| Bronze | 2.15 g | - |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander Jannaeus (103 BC - 76 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 103 BC - 76 BC |
| Value | ½ Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#92815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Lily, border of dots
Interesting fact
The ½ Prutah coin of Alexander Jannaeus (103 BC - 76 BC) from Judea was used during a time of great religious and political turmoil in the region. The coin features an image of a bunch of grapes on one side and a Hebrew inscription on the other, which reads "Yehonatan the King" - a reference to Alexander Jannaeus' Hebrew name. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin is highly sought after by collectors today due to its historical significance and rarity.
