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Lot 179: Judaea, Alexander Jannaeus Æ Prutah / Biblical Widow"s Mite 
AUCTION: Sale 290 - US Sale
- Sold Winning Bid: $60
- 1 Bid(s)
Description
Date: 103-76 BC
Obverse: Anchor
Reverse: Star of eight rays
Attribution: Hendin 470
Grade: Extremely Fine
Weight: 2.39 grs.
Measure: 14.72 mm.
Notes:
This is the coin type that was put into the temple offering by the poor widow in the Biblical account, who was commended for her gift by Jesus, because she gave out of her poverty.
Lot Details
- Offered By: VAuctions
- Lot #: 179
- Listing #: 206450
- Closed: Thursday, November 8, 2012 4:29:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $100