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8 Prutah - Mattatayah Antigonus 40 BC - 37 BC
| Bronze | 14 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Antigonus II Mattathias (40 BC - 37 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 40 BC - 37 BC |
| Value | 8 Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#108817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Greek inscription around around ivy wreath tied with ribbons
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑCΙΛΕΩC ΑΝΤΙΓΟΝΟΥ
Translation: of King Antigonus
Comment
On this and the following coin, the paleo-Hebrew inscriptions appear in many versions struck from many die sets not yet studied.David Hendin Guide to Biblical Coins Fifth Edition, p214
Formerly Hendin 481
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Prutah - Mattatayah Antigonus (40 BC - 37 BC) coin from Judea is that it features an image of a lily on one side, which was a symbol of purity and innocence in ancient Jewish culture.
