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Judean Coin 18kt Gold Pendant

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The pendant contains a Judean bronze coin, which is often referred to as a "widow's mite". This type of coin is a lepton or prutah, the lowest denomination coins in circulation in Judea during the time of Jesus. The coins were minted by Jewish kings, such as Alexander Jannaeus, from the 2nd to 1st century BCE, and remained in use for a long time. The coins are often crudely struck and worn, with a distinctive green or blueish patina. The design on the coin is likely a palm tree. Many ancient Jewish coins avoided using faces or images of people due to religious customs, and instead featured symbols.

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Condition: Used (normal wear)
Material: Yellow gold
Color: Gold
Style: Religious