Judaea, Hasmonean Kingdom. Mattathias Antigonos. Æ Prutah (1.63 g), 40-37 BCE. Jerusalem. 'Mattatiyah the Priest' (Paleo-Hebrew), in two lines within wreath. Reverse: Two cornucopias splayed outward, adorned with ribbons; between, poppy/pomegranate. Hendin 6202; TJC 38c. Rare. Among the very best we have handled! Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $300 - UP
From the Randolph Family Collection.