3*COINS OF THE BIBLE*SETS/LOT WITH 6 NEW REPLICA COINS

Set 1 of 3: Gold Daric and Half Shekel

Gold Daric - This has been called the “first coin mentioned in the Bible”. Darius I of Persia introduced a standard gold coinage called the daric toward the end of the 6^th Century B.C. It was the most prevalent gold coin of its period and was made from (c. 450-330 B.C.) The obverse (front) depicts a Persian king wearing a crown and robe and armed with a bow and arrow. The reverse has an irregular punch mark in a rectangular shape. This coin is the first identifiable gold piece mentioned in the Bible.

Half Shekel of Tyre - The half shekel temple tax was first introduced by Moses as a commandment to the Jewish people. It was required as an annual donation to the temple. During the time of Christ, Jerusalem was occupied by the Romans and they circulated their own coinage, but Jewish authorities required the half shekel of Tyre as payment of the temple tribute. Money changers set up to exchange Roman money for the more acceptable coinage, in the event change was needed, and also to convert foreign currency from travelers. They often charged a high fee for their services.

Set 2 of 3: Lepton of Pontius Pilate and Widow's Mite

The Lepton of Pontius Pilate - The copper lepton from Judea was minted during Jesus’ ministry and under the Roman procurator Pontius Pilate (26 A.D. to 36), who governed under Tiberius. The first copper lepton of Pilate was struck in 29 A.D. and features three barely ears surrounded by the name Julia, Tiberius’ mother, and her title. On the reverse is the sacrificial ladel surrounded by the Greek letters reading “Of Tiberius Caesar year 16”. Pontius Pilate is most remembered for issuing the command to crucify Jesus.

Widow's Mite - The proper Greek name for widow’s mites is a lepton, the smallest denomination of bronze coin minted under Alexander Jannaeus (103-76 B.C.) and later. The earlier leptons continued to circulate throughout the region during Jesus’ life. The coin's obverse (front) depicts an upside-down anchor, the symbol of the Seleucid empire’s naval strength. The story of the widow’s mite is significant for expressing a key tenant of Jesus’ ministry: the grace of giving, especially when one has little to give. The widow's mite is an enduring symbol of faith and sacrifice!

Set 3 of 3: Tribute Penny and Shekel

Tribute Penny - It is believed to be a silver denarius from the reign of the Roman emperor Tiberius (A.D. 14 to 37). The portrait on the coin’s obverse (front) is Tiberius, who ruled during Jesus’ life. The abbreviated inscription reads: “Tiberius, Caesar Augustus, Son of the Divine Augustus.” The reverse of the coin shows a seated female, generally thought to be Livia, Tiberius’ mother, with the inscription “High Priest”. The tribute penny was a day's wages in biblical times.

Shekel - The shekel, or tetradrachm, was the largest silver coin issued by the city of Tyre in Phoenicia. The shekel’s obverse (front) depicts a picture of Melkart, or Hercules, and the reverse shows an eagle with its claw on a ship’s ruder, the date, mintmark, and the inscription: “Tyre the Holy and Inviolable”. The shekel is best remembered as the form of payment Judas most likely received for betraying Christ.

Each cardboard display folder measures about 6" x 6" and the finely detailed coins are enclosed in a protective plastic capsule sealed in the display. Made in 2004 for the Whitman Publishing, LLC Atlanta, GA. A great gift idea or an excellent addition to your own collection!

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SHIPPING & HANDLING: $4.00 for first set of 6 coins plus $2.00 for each additional set, purchased in this auction only, paid for together in one payment and sent along together in same package to any USA address: including APO/FPO, AK, HI, PR... There may be 1-2 business days handling time after cleared payment is received before package ships. It will take 4-6 business days for delivery once package has posted to most Continental USA addresses. This may vary though depending on your location and the speed of the Postal Service. APO/FPO, AK, HI, PR... much longer and this will also vary depending on your location and the speed of the Postal Services.

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SHIPPING & HANDLING: $5.00 (US dollars) for first set of 6 coins plus $2.50 (US dollars) for each additional set, purchased in this auction only, paid for together in one payment and sent along together in same package. Package will ship via USPS First Class International Mail. There may be 1-2 business days handling time after cleared payment is received before package ships. It will take 7-14 business days (2-3 weeks) for delivery once package has posted. This may vary though depending on your location and the speed of the Postal Services and Customs.

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SHIPPING & HANDLING: $8.00 (US dollars) for first set of 6 coins plus $4.00 (US dollars) for each additional set, purchased in this auction only, paid for together in one payment and sent along together in same package. Package will ship via USPS First Class International Mail. There may be 1-2 business days handling time after cleared payment is received before package ships. It will take 10-15 business days (2-3 weeks) for delivery once package has posted. This will vary though depending on your location and the speed of the Postal Services and Customs.

INSURANCE: Not offered.

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