© D. Friedman
© D. Friedman
Prutah - Alexander Jannaeus 104 BC - 76 BC
| Bronze | 2.15 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander Jannaeus (103 BC - 76 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 104 BC - 76 BC |
| Value | 1 Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.15 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#102096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Double cornucopia adorned with ribbons, pomegranate between horns, border of dots
Interesting fact
The Prutah coin bearing the image of Alexander Jannaeus (104 BC - 76 BC) was used during a time of great religious and political turmoil in Judea. The coin's design features a helmeted head of Alexander Jannaeus on one side and a lily on the other, symbolizing his efforts to assert Jewish independence from the Seleucid Empire. Despite the turmoil of the time, this coin remained a widely accepted form of currency throughout Judea, reflecting the importance of trade and commerce in the region.
