Pontius Pilate, 26-36 AD // Coin struck 30-31 AD

Holy Land, Biblical Judaea. Pontius Pilate, 26–36 AD. Bronze Lepton struck 30–31 AD, Jerusalem Mint. The front features a lituus (Roman priestly staff); inscription TIBEPIOY KAICAPOC around / The back shows the date within a wreath: LIZ (Year 17 = 30–31 AD). Coin reference: Hendin 1343 for type. Deep olive-green patina with solid detail. Encapsulated and certified by NGC. Coin measures 14mm in diameter; archival slab measures 3.125" x 2.125" x 0.375”. Provenance: Ex De Père, WI collection. *** Issued during the governorship of Pontius Pilate, this coin directly connects to one of the most significant figures in Biblical history—the Roman official who presided over the trial and crucifixion of Jesus.

— Struck 30–31 AD under Pontius Pilate in Jerusalem
— Provenance: Ex-De Père, WI collection
— Diameter 14mm; Encapsulated NGC slab: 3.125" x 2.125" x 0.375"

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