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Prutah - Simeon bar Kosevah Year Three
| Bronze | 11.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Period | Bar Kokhba Revolt (132-135) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 134-135 |
| Value | 1 Prutah = 1⁄256 Shekel |
| Currency | Bar Kokhba Revolt ‒ Shekel (132-135) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.38 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 4 August 0135 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Grapevine leaf
Script: Hebrew
Lettering: לחרות ירושלם
Translation:
LEHEROT YERUSHALAYIM
(For the freedom of Jerusalem)
Interesting fact
The Prutah coin , which was minted during the reign of Simeon bar Kosevah in Judea (134-135 CE), features an image of a vine leaf on one side and an inscription in Hebrew on the other. The inscription reads "Shimon bar Kosevah, year three," indicating that it was minted during the third year of Simeon's reign. This coin is significant because it shows the influence of Jewish tradition and culture during the Second Jewish Revolt against the Roman Empire. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively common metal at the time, the coin's design and inscription reflect the importance of Jewish identity and religion during this period.
