Lot 3557

Sale 79 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes

Description

Palestine, Roman Procurator of Judaea, Pontius Pilate, under Tiberius, (A.D. 26-36), copper prutah, (2.29 grams), obv. lituus surrounded by Greek inscription, [TIBEPIOY KAICA]POC, rev. date within wreath, LIZ = year 17 = A.D.30, (S.5623, H.649 [114], Meshorer 230). Partial legend with earthern highlights, otherwise good fine with a clear date reading.

Of great Biblical interest, this date being associated with Christ's crucifixion.

Estimate
$120
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$80

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