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Prutah - Herod the Great 40 BC
40 BC year| Bronze | 2.50 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| King | Herod the Great (37 BC - 4 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 40 BC |
| Value | 1 Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.50 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95138 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aphlaston flanked by date and monogram, border of dots
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΗΡΩΔΟΥ ΒΑΜΙΛΕΩΣ
LΓ
Translation:
of King Herod
year 3
Comment
To date, 1 obverse, 3 reverse dies listed (MPC)David Hendin Guide to Biblical coins Fifth Edition
Interesting fact
The Prutah coin was used during the reign of Herod the Great, who was the Roman-appointed King of Judea from 37 BC to 4 BC. The coin was minted in bronze and had a very small denomination, which made it accessible to the common people for everyday transactions. Despite its low value, the Prutah coin holds significant historical importance as it represents a critical period in the history of Judea and the Roman Empire.
