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Prutah - Alexander Jannaeus 104 BC - 76 BC
| Bronze | 2.15 g | 13 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 | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#42540 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 47% |
Reverse
Inscription around inverted anchor
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: of King Alexander
Comment
See No. 1149c for yet another variation overstruck on an earlier coin of Jannaeus.David Hendin Guide to Biblical Coins Fifth Edition, p 199
Interesting fact
The Prutah coin of Alexander Jannaeus (104 BC - 76 BC) from Judea was used to pay the Temple tax in Jerusalem, as required by Jewish law. This coin was also used as a medium of exchange for everyday transactions, and its value was equivalent to about 1/4 of a day's wage for a skilled worker. Despite its small value, the Prutah was an important part of the ancient Jewish economy and played a significant role in the financial transactions of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (104 BC - 76 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Prutah - Alexander Jannaeus (104 BC - 76 BC) coin.
