





Biblical Coin Pendant - Pontius Pilate
Biblical Judea
26 - 36 A.D.
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Coin: Bronze Prutah
Obverse: Lituus
Reverse: Wreath
Date: 26 - 36 A.D.
Bezel: Sterling Silver
Weight: 3.11 grams
Diameter: 1.7 cm / .66 in
Description
This item is an authentic coin of Ancient Judea, minted in the time of Christ, placed in a handmade bezel of Sterling Silver. There is only 1 of this item; you will receive the exact pendant shown in the photos.
Chain necklaces can be purchased separately through this link.
History of the Artifact
The bronze prutah coins minted in Judea during the governorship of Pontius Pilate, who ruled from 26 to 36 CE, are among the most historically significant coins of the period, given Pilate’s role in the crucifixion of Jesus. These coins continued the tradition of Roman provincial coinage in Judea, balancing Roman authority with sensitivity to Jewish religious restrictions.
The inscriptions on Pilate’s coins were in Greek, the common administrative language of the region. Many of them bore the inscription TIBERIOY KAISAROS, meaning “of Tiberius Caesar,” reinforcing the authority of the emperor. Some also included the phrase IOYLIA KAISAROS, referring to Julia, the deified mother of Tiberius, an unusual inclusion in Judean coinage and another example of Pilate’s willingness to introduce Roman religious elements into local currency. His coins were typically dated using the regnal years of Tiberius, with inscriptions such as LIZ (Year 17, or 30 CE) and LIH (Year 18, or 31 CE), marking specific years of issue.
These prutot were small and of low value, widely circulated among the local population for daily transactions. They continued to be used even after Pilate’s removal from office in 36 CE and remained in circulation throughout the first century. Many examples have been found in archaeological excavations across Judea, including in Jerusalem, reinforcing their widespread use.
Authenticity
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- Finally, Ancient Artifacts gives an additional layer of protection by promising a full refund with no questions asked, in the extremely unlikely event that a counterfeit slips through our vetting process.
Your order will include:
- Roman Judea Prutah Coin Pendant shown in photos
- Certificate of Authenticity
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463 Reviews
The delivery took quite a while, but this has nothing to do with the saler. I am very happy with my purchase, having a real piece of history in my home is really cool. The little display case looks nice and sturdy.

Fast shipping came in great condition well package.
Coin is very beautiful. Five stars.

All perfect packaging and excellent delivery times. It was a real pleasure


The button arrived upside down in the display case so I had to open it up and fix it before gifting. Other than that everything was great! Neat gift.


Fast shipping, the coin came with COA and was exactly as pictured! Thank you!

Gorgeous object. However, I would have preferred more details in his description.

Comes with the little display case and everything advertised in the picture. Awesome store

Very cool coin! I bought it for my dad for Father’s Day and I know he’s going to love it.

The seller was super helpful And professional during the inquiry before and during the purchase. He helped to pick out a beautiful piece for my brothers gift! Highly recommend.

Definitely don’t want one of these to sink its teeth into me.

Condition of coin was as described and shipping was very fast. Thank you.

I really enjoyed receiving this coin display! It came well packaged and arrived on schedule. The display packaging is great and the coin looks to be well above circulated condition. Perfect!

Great pin in a wonderful time presentation box!

I like the coin a lot, it is a very nice piece of history. Fits perfectly in to my collection. Delivery was on time and packaging very good. The case that it is in is just so nice it looks like in a museum. :)

Amazing! I love both the coins I got from here!! I can’t wait to give them to their recipients for Christmas!



The Coin and case is awesome! The only additional thing that could make it perfect would be a little description of what/who the coin faces represent and possibly where the specific coin was found. Otherwise very content

They were so helpful and patient with me I couldn’t be more grateful. They gave me such good service and such fast shipping I’m buying another coin when I get paid again!! I’m going to continue buying from these guys, it looks even better in person. It’s everything I was hoping for:) I’m obsessed with it it looks amazing in my collection:)

Great item with case. Carefully packaged. A great find!
