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½ Prutah - Alexander Jannaeus 104 BC - 76 BC
| Bronze | 1.22 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander Jannaeus (103 BC - 76 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 104 BC - 76 BC |
| Value | ½ Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.22 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#403027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Double cornucopiae adorned with ribbons, pomegranate between horns, border of dots.
Comment
½ prutah is also known as Lepta.
Interesting fact
The ½ Prutah coin of Alexander Jannaeus (104 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 lily, which was a symbol of the Jewish faith, and its use during this period suggests that the coin may have played a role in the religious and cultural practices of the time. Despite its small size and relatively low value, the coin has significant historical and cultural importance, offering a glimpse into the lives of the people who used it and the tumultuous era in which it was minted.
