Ancient Judaea Hasmonean Kings AE Prutah — Biblical “Widow’s Mite” — NGC Ancients
Own an authentic piece of ancient Judaean history dating back more than 2,000 years.
This ancient bronze AE Prutah was issued during the period of the Hasmonean Kings of Judaea, 135–37 BC and has been authenticated and encapsulated by NGC Ancients.
NGC identifies this coin on the holder as:
Biblical “Widow’s Mite”
Mark 12:41–44 / Luke 21:1–4
In the Gospel accounts of Mark and Luke, Jesus observes people contributing money to the Temple treasury. Wealthy contributors gave large amounts, while a poor widow contributed two very small coins—all that she had.
Jesus used her humble contribution as a lesson about the value of genuine generosity and sacrifice.
Small bronze coins of ancient Judaea such as this Hasmonean AE Prutah are traditionally associated with the Biblical “Widow’s Mite” and have become some of the most recognizable Biblical coins collected today.
NGC specifically identifies this example on its holder as Biblical “Widow’s Mite.”
This is an authentic ancient coin—not a modern reproduction.
The coin has been examined, attributed and encapsulated by NGC Ancients, providing third-party authentication and a protective holder.
The NGC label identifies:
JUDAEA
Hasmonean Kings 135–37 BC
AE Prutah
Mark 12:41–44 / Luke 21:1–4
Biblical “Widow’s Mite”
You will receive the exact NGC-certified coin shown in the photographs.
NGC Certification #: 8559734-358
No stock photographs are used. Please review the detailed photos for the surfaces, ancient inscriptions and overall appearance of this individual coin.
An interesting addition to an ancient coin collection, Biblical coin collection, Judaica collection or historical display, and a meaningful gift for someone interested in Biblical or ancient history.
Your certified coin will be carefully packed and shipped in a rigid cardboard box to help protect the NGC holder and ensure the coin arrives safely.
Shipping is via USPS Ground Advantage with tracking.
I take care when packaging collectible coins—I do not simply place a certified slab in an unprotected envelope.
The exact coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.