Herod Agrippa Prutah – Ancient Judean Coin (37–43 C.E.)

This ancient bronze coin, known as a Prutah, was minted during the reign of Herod Agrippa I, who ruled Judea from 37 to 43 C.E. as a client king under Roman authority. Herod Agrippa was the grandson of Herod the Great and is mentioned in the New Testament, notably in Acts 12, where he plays a role in the early persecution of Christians. 🪙 Coin Features Material: Bronze Denomination: Prutah – a small denomination coin used widely in Judea for everyday transactions. Obverse Design: Three ears of barley bound together, symbolizing agricultural prosperity and Judea’s agrarian economy. Surrounding inscriptions in ancient Hebrew or Greek, often abbreviated due to the coin’s small size. Reverse Design: A royal canopy or umbrella, representing Herod Agrippa’s kingship and ceremonial authority. Inscriptions typically include his name and title, affirming his rule under Roman oversight.