Judaea Alexander Jannaeus Biblical Widow Mite

Judaea Alexander Jannaeus Biblical Widow Mite Judaea Alexander Jannaeus 103-76 BC AE Prutah Biblical Widows Mite NGC Ancients This ancient copper alloy AE Prutah was minted in Judaea under the reign of King Alexander Jannaeus between 103 and 76 BC. Widely recognized as the biblical Widow's Mite referenced in Mark 12:41-44 and Luke 21:1-4, this coin represents one of the smallest denominations of the era. The piece is encapsulated and graded by NGC Ancients, ensuring its historical context as a significant artifact from the Hasmonean Dynasty. The coin features a dark patina characteristic of ancient bronze and copper issues, preserved in a secure protective holder that notes its scriptural connection and provides a unique pedigree for collectors of ancient or religious coinage. Judaea Alexander Jannaeus 103-76 BC Biblical Widow's Mite AE Prutah NGC Ancients Condition: This specimen is housed in an NGC Ancients protective holder. The coin exhibits a dark patina characteristic of ancient bronze, with a typically irregular flan shape and softened details due to age and circulation. The mint is Jerusalem. The metal content is bronze (AE). This coin carries significant historical context as the "Widow's Mite" referenced in the biblical passages of Mark 12:41-44 and Luke 21:1-4, minted during the Hasmonean Dynasty under King Alexander Jannaeus. The strike type is a hammer-struck ancient coinage. The grading is by NGC Ancients, though a specific numeric grade is not visible on the provided label. Judaea, Alex Jannaeus, AE Prutah, Biblical, Widow's Mite, NGC Ancients, Coin, Numismatics, Antique, Heritage, Slabbed, Ancient Greek, Mark 12:41-44, Luke 21:1-4 Judaea, Alexander Jannaeus, AE Prutah, Widow's Mite, Biblical coin, Ancient coin, NGC Ancients, Jewish history, numismatics, rare coins IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auction transactions are processed after the auction closes, and invoices are finalized. Charges may occur hours or days after the auction, depending on processing, invoice preparation, and shipping calculations. The auction house does explicit