103-76 BCE Widow's Mite Biblical Coin Pendant | Handcrafted Sterling Silver Setting

Widow's mites are the coins referred to by Jesus in the famous Bible story written in the Book of Mark 12:41-44. These were the lowest denomination coin in circulation in the Holy Lands during the time of Christ with a value of 1/400th of a silver shekel. Since they were of such low monetary value, little care was taken in their minting. Designs are usually off-center on one or both sides and coins are typically well worn. The pendant is about the size of a dime. Product Description: Coin Type: Hand struck Widow's Mite Denomination: Lepton or Prutah Mint: Judea Empire: Palestine Date: 103-76 BCE Metal: Bronze/Copper Obverse: Star of eight pellets surrounded by diadem. Also referred to as a sun wheel. Reverse: Upside down anchor within circle Setting: Handcrafted in sterling silver. Certificate of Authenticity also includes the passage from the Bible. Chain sold separately. Inv# A31779