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Widow's Mite (Lepton of Herod the Great)
Lepton

Widow's Mite (Lepton of Herod the Great)

Judea (Ancient Israel) · Circa 37 - 4 BCE

Small, crude bronze coin featuring a tripod on the obverse and often a cross within a diadem or anchor on the reverse. The texture is rough with uneven edges.

Country
Judea (Ancient Israel)
Year
Circa 37 - 4 BCE
Denomination
Lepton
Metal
Bronze

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Overview

Small, crude bronze coin featuring a tripod on the obverse and often a cross within a diadem or anchor on the reverse. The texture is rough with uneven edges.

Historical significance

Mentioned in the New Testament (Mark 12:41–44), these coins were the smallest denomination in circulation in Judea and are famous for the lesson of the widow's sacrificial giving. They were minted during the reign of Herod the Great, a Roman client king.

Estimated value

$20 - $100 USD (depending on condition and legibility)

Care & preservation

Store in a PVC-free archival holder. Keep in a dry environment to prevent bronze disease (corrosion). Do not attempt to clean with chemicals or abrasives; use a soft brush if necessary.