Agrippa I (AD 37–44) Judaea AE Prutah – Issued Under Claudius (AD 41/42)
Description
This ancient Jewish bronze coin was issued by Herod Agrippa I, King of Judaea from AD 37 to 44, during the reign of the Roman Emperor Claudius. It is an AE Prutah, a small bronze denomination commonly used in Judaea during the first century AD.
Agrippa I was the grandson of Herod the Great and became ruler of a territory that included Judaea, Samaria, and Galilee. His reign is particularly notable for its connection to early Christianity and the events described in the Book of Acts (Acts 12:1–25), including the persecution of members of the early Christian community and the account of Agrippa’s death.
Specifications
- Ruler: Herod Agrippa I
- Dates of Rule: AD 37–44
- Region: Judaea
- Denomination: AE Prutah
- Composition: Bronze (AE)
- Date Issued: AD 41/42 under Emperor Claudius
- Historical Period: Roman Judaea / Early Roman Imperial Period
Historical Significance
Coins of Agrippa I are highly valued for their historical and religious connections. His reign represents a rare period when a member of the Herodian dynasty ruled Judaea with significant autonomy under Roman authority.
Agrippa I (AD 37–44) Judaea AE Prutah is a historically significant biblical-era coin connected with the reign of Herod Agrippa I, king of Judaea under the Roman emperor Claudius. These coins are especially popular among collectors because of their association with the New Testament Book of Acts and the political history of first-century Judaea.
The imagery on his coinage reflects the complex relationship between Jewish traditions and Roman political influence. These coins circulated during the lifetime of early Christianity and provide a tangible link to the political world described in ancient historical and biblical sources.
Pedigree
Associated with Acts 12:1–25, issued under Emperor Claudius, AD 41/42.
Note
Ancient coins were individually hand-struck, making each specimen unique. Variations in strike quality, centering, legends, patina, surfaces, and wear are normal characteristics that contribute to the individuality and historical character of each coin.
