© Balestrin, Gabriel. (CC BY)
© Balestrin, Gabriel. (CC BY)
Æ Prutah - Aristobulus 104 BC - 103 BC
| Bronze | 2.49 g | 13.5 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Aristobulus I (104 BC - 103 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 104 BC - 103 BC |
| Value | 1 Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.49 g |
| Diameter | 13.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#328717 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
No legend visible: Double cornucopiae adorned
with ribbons; pomegranate between horns.
Interesting fact
The Æ Prutah coin of Aristobulus (104 BC - 103 BC) from Judea was the first coin to feature an image of a Jewish king. It depicts a bearded Aristobulus wearing a crown and carrying a scepter, symbolizing his authority as a ruler. This coin was a significant departure from earlier Jewish coins, which had typically featured only abstract designs or symbols. The introduction of a human image on the coinage marked a turning point in Jewish numismatics and paved the way for future coins to feature portraits of Jewish leaders.
