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Ancient Judaea Hasmonean Dynasty Bronze Prutah – 141–37 BC – Biblical Era Coin

Ancient Judaea Hasmonean Dynasty Bronze Prutah – 141–37 BC – Biblical Era Coin

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Ancient Judaea Hasmonean Dynasty Bronze Prutah – 141–37 BC – Biblical Era Coin

Hasmonean Dynasty Bronze Prutah – Ancient Judaea – Maccabean Period

Own a remarkable piece of ancient Jewish history with this Bronze Prutah of the Hasmonean Dynasty, dating from approximately 141–37 BC. Struck during the era of the independent Jewish kingdom of Judaea, this ancient coin represents one of the most important periods in Jewish history following the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire.

The Hasmonean rulers established the first independent Jewish state in centuries, combining religious and political authority through the offices of king and high priest. Coins from this dynasty are highly sought after by collectors for their historical connection to the Bible, the Maccabees, and the development of ancient Judaean identity.

This example measures 13.2 mm and weighs 1.89 grams, featuring traditional Hasmonean imagery including a double cornucopia adorned with ribbons and a central pomegranate, along with a Hebrew inscription on the reverse.

Coin Specifications

  • Culture: Ancient Judaea
  • Dynasty: Hasmonean Dynasty
  • Date: 141–37 BC
  • Denomination: Prutah
  • Metal: Bronze
  • Weight: 1.89 grams
  • Diameter: 13.2 mm
  • Period: Maccabean / Late Hellenistic Judaea
  • Condition: Ancient circulated

Design Details

Obverse:

  • Double cornucopia decorated with ribbons
  • Pomegranate between the horns

Reverse:

  • Ancient Hebrew inscription
  • Hasmonean royal/religious symbolism

Historical Background

The Hasmonean Dynasty was founded by the descendants of the Maccabees after their successful revolt against the Seleucid Empire. Beginning in the 2nd century BC, the Hasmoneans created an independent Jewish kingdom centered in Jerusalem and expanded their influence throughout the region.

Major Hasmonean rulers included:

  • Simon Thassi, founder of the dynasty
  • John Hyrcanus I
  • Alexander Jannaeus

The dynasty reached its greatest territorial extent before internal conflicts weakened the kingdom. Rivalry between Hyrcanus II and Aristobulus II led to civil war, allowing the Roman general Pompey the Great to intervene and capture Jerusalem in 63 BC. This marked the beginning of increasing Roman influence over Judaea.

The Hasmonean period remains one of the most significant eras in Jewish history, remembered for independence, the Maccabean revolt, and the events surrounding the rededication of the Temple celebrated during Hanukkah.

Why Collect This Coin?

  • Over 2,000 years old
  • Authentic coin of Ancient Judaea
  • Issued during the Hasmonean Dynasty
  • Strong connection to Biblical-era history
  • Features ancient Hebrew inscription
  • Popular among collectors of:
    • Biblical coins
    • Ancient Judaean coins
    • Jewish history collectibles
    • Ancient Mediterranean coinage
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