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HASMONEAN DYNASTY, John Hyrcanus, 134-104 BC
AE Prutah (14.32mm, 2.05g, 12h)
Struck 134-104 BC
Jerusalem mint
Obverse: Paleo-Hebrew inscription "Yehonanan the High Priest and Head of the Council of the Jews" surrounded by wreath
Reverse: Two cornucopias splayed outward, adorned with ribbons, pomegranate or poppy between the horns
Hendin 6177
Excellent obverse with complete inscription. Off-center reverse. Light orange earthen patina.
Collection : Judaean