Judaea, Hasmoneans, AE Prutah, Alexander Jannaeus, circa 104-79 BC

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Description

Greek, Judaea, Hasmoneans, AE Prutah (bronze, 2.3g, 13.5mm), Alexander Jannaeus, circa 104-79 BC
Obv: ‘Yehonatan the King’ in Paleo-Hebrew around lily
Rev: BAĪ£IĪ›EΩΣ AĪ›EĪžANĪ”POY around inner circle containing anchor
Ref: Hendin GBC 6, 6184; Hendin GBC 5, 1148 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: Issued under Alexander Jannaeus (c. 104–79 BC), one of the most powerful Hasmonean rulers of Judaea, this prutah reflects both Jewish identity and Hellenistic influence. The lily symbolizes purity and Jerusalem’s heritage, while the anchor a common Seleukid emblem signals regional power and maritime connections, embodying Jannaeus’ attempt to balance local tradition with wider Mediterranean politics.