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Prutah - John Hyrcanus I 135 BC - 104 BC
| Bronze | 1.92 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | John Hyrcanus I (134 BC - 104 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 135 BC - 104 BC |
| Value | 1 Prutah |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.92 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#132827 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Double cornucopia adorned with ribbons, pomegranate between horns, border of dots
Comment
On each type of Hasmonean prutot with paleo-Hebrew, the inscriptions appear in many formats which may vary in number of lines, arrangements of letters, and occasional misspelling or abbreviations. In this guide we list general types; varieties are often shown in the photographic plates.David Hendin Guide to Biblical Coins Fifth Edition, p186
Interesting fact
The Prutah coin of John Hyrcanus I is notable for its unique design, which features a helmeted head of the king on one side and a lion on the other. The lion is depicted standing on its hind legs, with its front paws raised as if ready to pounce. This design was a departure from the traditional Jewish coinage that featured images of religious symbols or texts. The use of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient times, reflected the growing influence and military prowess of the Hasmonean dynasty during John Hyrcanus' reign.
