© British Museum
© British Museum
Prutah - Tiberius Valerius Gratus as Prefect
| Bronze | 1.62 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 16-17 |
| Value | 1 Prutah = 1⁄256 Shekel |
| Currency | Prutah (140 BC-95 AD) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.62 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#96042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crossed cornucopias, caduceus between
Lettering:
ΤΙΒΕΡΙΟΥ
LΓ
Translation:
of Tiberius
year 3
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Prutah coin from Judea is that it features an image of a lulav, a citrus fruit, and a willow branch on one side, which are symbols of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.
