This is an opportunity to own a nice piece of history minted between 4 BC and 6 AD. This is a genuine prutah of Herod Archelaus, son of Herod the Great, struck in bronze, and in the exact condition you see in the high resolution photographs. This piece was struck under the authority of the same Herod Archelaus, mentioned in the Bible in Matthew 22:2. The Judaean coins of this era were often stuck on slightly irregular shaped flans and were struck by hand. For reference of size, a U.S. dime is about 18mm across. There is debate on which coin the historical "widow's mite" is. This coin is part of the family of coins it would have been. Grading of coins is subjective. In my opinion, this coin is F/VF. Please judge for yourself to come up with your personal conclusion of grade. Here is more information on this great coin:
Herod Archelaus, son of Herod the Great
Ethnarch over Judaea, Samaria and Idumaea: 4 B.C. - 6 A.D.
Bronze Prutah 16mm (1.98 grams) Jerusalem mint, struck circa 4 B.C. - 6 A.D.
Reference: Hendin 1196 (5th Edition); Hendin 505 (3rd Edition); AJC II, 241,6
Tall helmet with crest and cheek straps, viewed from front; caduceus below left; below, ЄΘNAPXOY (of the Ethnarch).
Bunch of grapes on vine with small leaf on left; above HPWΔOY (of Herod).
I will package this coin very carefully to ensure it arrives safely to you. I will also combine on shipping for multiple purchases. I have years of experience packaging and shipping delicate items. Your item(s) will be shipped with tracking. Please email me with any questions. Thank you for looking and God bless!
About the seller: My name is Matthew and I have been selling on eBay for 18 years. I have a second store with over 3000 perfect feedback in which I have been selling professional audio. My other seller name is thealtarego. I have a true passion that lies along the realms of history. You will find in my store that I will sell historically significant coins, many of which are ancient and guaranteed genuine. You will also find a selection of sports cards as they hold their own version of history as well. I have over 4 decades of experience in collecting coins, cards, stamps, paper money, and artifacts. I am a former sports talk radio host, music artist, and youth pastor. I enjoy this opportunity to share special pieces of history through eBay.