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Prutah - Herod Archelaus 4 BC - 6 AD
| Bronze | 1.28 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Herod Archelaus (4 BC - 6 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 4 BC - 6 AD |
| Value | 1 Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.28 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Inscription within wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΕΘ
ΑΝ
Translation: Ethnarch
Interesting fact
The Prutah coin was used during the reign of Herod Archelaus, who was the ethnarch of Judea from 4 BC to 6 AD. Despite being a small bronze coin, it was an important part of the ancient Jewish monetary system, and its design featured the image of a pomegranate, which was a symbol of fertility and prosperity in Jewish culture.
