A genuine coin from biblical times! This coin is referred to as a widow's mite, it was the smallest coin used during the life of Jesus. Officially known as the prutah, this coin was minted by the Maccabee dynasty from 140-40 BC and was famously referred to in the Gospel of Mark 12:41-44. This coin has been authenticated by NGC as a Genuine coin and encased in a protective holder to preserve it for generations! It also includes a story vault detailing the story of the widows mite. The story of the widow's mite: Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd put their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. A poor widow came and put two very small copper coins, worth only a few cents. Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, "Truly I tell you, this poor widow put more into the treasury than all the others. They all gave out of their wealth, but she, out of her poverty, put in everything- all she had to live on." -Mark 12:41-44 Coin has been inspected and authenticated as genuine by NGC. Free Shipping in the U.S. and U.S. territories! Yes we do ship Internationally! For any questions regarding this listing or help with orders email us at [email protected] or call 702-272-0006. We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you bring home a piece of history!
Related
Related
Related
Related