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Prutah - Herod I the Great 40 BC - 4 BC
| Bronze | 1.42 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Herod the Great (37 BC - 4 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 40 BC - 4 BC |
| Value | 1 Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.42 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#92583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Double cornucopia with caduceus between, dots above
Comment
Many varieties of this coin exist with various inscription combinations, all based on ΗΡWΔΟΥ ΒΑCΙΛΕWC, including many errors.Nos. 1188-91 may be related to the founding of Herod's magnificent port at Caesarea Maritima, 22-10/9 BCE.
David Hendin Guide to Biblical Coins Fifth Edition, p241
Interesting fact
The Prutah coin was used during the reign of Herod the Great, who was a Roman client king who ruled Judea from 40 BC to 4 BC. Despite being a small bronze coin, the Prutah was an important part of the ancient Jewish economy, and it was used for everyday transactions and trade. In fact, the Prutah was the smallest denomination of Jewish coinage at the time, and it was equivalent to about 1/8 of a Roman drachma. Today, the Prutah is a valuable collector's item and a piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political systems of ancient Judea.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (40 BC - 4 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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