Enhance your collection with an artifact of biblical proportions! This is an authentic bronze Prutah that was minted under the authority of Pontius Pilate, the Roman prefect of Judea from AD 26-36. While history remembers Pilate primarily for his role in the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, his administrative duties extended to the economic sphere, including the issuance of coinage.
Pontius Pilate was a Roman equestrian appointed by Tiberius to govern Judea. His decade-long tenure was marked by tension with the Jewish people, often stemming from his perceived insensitivity to Jewish religious customs. These Prutah coins were struck during his rule while Tiberius was Caesar. They were the common currency circulating in Judea during the time of Jesus, and it's conceivable that such coins were handled by those who witnessed the events recorded in the Gospels!
These particular Prutah coins are guaranteed authentic by NGC and attributed specifically to Pontius Pilate's administration. Secure this fragment of history that bridges the gap between the Roman Empire and Christianity for your collection today while we still have some in stock!
Highlights:
- NGC Certified Authentic
- Labels may vary
- Almost 2,000 years old!
