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Double Prutah - Herod the Great 30 BC
30 BC year| Bronze | 2.89 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Herod the Great (37 BC - 4 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 30 BC |
| Value | 2 Prutot |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.89 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#90935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Tripod table flanked by palm-branches, border of dots
Interesting fact
The Double Prutah coin featuring Herod the Great is notable for its unique design, which includes a portrait of Herod wearing a crown on the obverse (front side), and an image of a lily on the reverse (back side). The lily was a symbol of purity and was often associated with the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem, which Herod had renovated during his reign. This coin was likely minted to commemorate Herod's efforts to restore the Temple and promote Jewish culture.
