Judaea 59-62 AE Prutah
080-00522
The Judean Crossroads: Porcius Festus AE Prutah (AD 59)
Step into a pivotal moment of history with this Porcius Festus AE Prutah, struck in AD 59 under the authority of the infamous Emperor Nero. This isn't just a piece of ancient currency; it is a tangible witness to the political and religious upheaval of first-century Judea.
Historical Significance
Porcius Festus served as the Roman Procurator of Judea from approximately AD 59 to 62. He is perhaps best known to history and biblical scholars for his appearance in the New Testament (Acts 24–26). It was Festus who inherited the trial of the Apostle Paul and ultimately granted Paul’s appeal to be heard by Caesar in Rome. Holding this coin is like holding a direct link to the very administration that shaped the early spread of Christianity.
Design & Symbolism
The obverse and reverse of this bronze prutah reflect the delicate balance of Roman rule in a sensitive province.
The Obverse: Features a palm branch, a classic symbol of Judea, surrounded by the Greek inscription of Nero’s name.
The Reverse: Displays a wreath encircling the date, emphasizing the structured Roman calendar within the chaotic Judean landscape.
Condition & Certification
This specimen has been professionally authenticated and encapsulated by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company), receiving the grade of Ch (Choice) Fine. For a coin that circulated during the heights of the Roman Empire, a "Choice Fine" designation indicates exceptional eye appeal, with clear inscriptions and recognizable central motifs that haven't been lost to the sands of time.
Key Features:
Authority: Struck under Emperor Nero (the last of the Julio-Claudians).
Official: Porcius Festus, Procurator of Judea.
Date: AD 59 (Year 5 of Nero's reign).
Grade: NGC Choice Fine (Ensuring authenticity and preservation).
A must-have for collectors of Biblical coins, Roman provincial history, or Nero-era artifacts.
Collector's Note: Coins of the Judean Procurators are highly sought after because they represent the ground-level reality of the Roman occupation during the lives of the Apostles. This NGC-certified piece offers both historical gravity and numismatic security.
Step into a pivotal moment of history with this Porcius Festus AE Prutah, struck in AD 59 under the authority of the infamous Emperor Nero. This isn't just a piece of ancient currency; it is a tangible witness to the political and religious upheaval of first-century Judea.
Historical Significance
Porcius Festus served as the Roman Procurator of Judea from approximately AD 59 to 62. He is perhaps best known to history and biblical scholars for his appearance in the New Testament (Acts 24–26). It was Festus who inherited the trial of the Apostle Paul and ultimately granted Paul’s appeal to be heard by Caesar in Rome. Holding this coin is like holding a direct link to the very administration that shaped the early spread of Christianity.
Design & Symbolism
The obverse and reverse of this bronze prutah reflect the delicate balance of Roman rule in a sensitive province.
The Obverse: Features a palm branch, a classic symbol of Judea, surrounded by the Greek inscription of Nero’s name.
The Reverse: Displays a wreath encircling the date, emphasizing the structured Roman calendar within the chaotic Judean landscape.
Condition & Certification
This specimen has been professionally authenticated and encapsulated by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company), receiving the grade of Ch (Choice) Fine. For a coin that circulated during the heights of the Roman Empire, a "Choice Fine" designation indicates exceptional eye appeal, with clear inscriptions and recognizable central motifs that haven't been lost to the sands of time.
Key Features:
Authority: Struck under Emperor Nero (the last of the Julio-Claudians).
Official: Porcius Festus, Procurator of Judea.
Date: AD 59 (Year 5 of Nero's reign).
Grade: NGC Choice Fine (Ensuring authenticity and preservation).
A must-have for collectors of Biblical coins, Roman provincial history, or Nero-era artifacts.
Collector's Note: Coins of the Judean Procurators are highly sought after because they represent the ground-level reality of the Roman occupation during the lives of the Apostles. This NGC-certified piece offers both historical gravity and numismatic security.
| Additional Information | |
|---|---|
| COUNTRY | Judaea |
| DENOMINATION | AE Prutah |
| EdgeItemKey | 001-080-00522 |
| GRADE | CH F |
| Inventory Type | Memo |
| stone info | [] |
| Vendor Style Code | Porcius festus prutah CH F |
| YEAR | 59-62 |
