Pontius Pilate Simpulum 29ad (P29-58) Herod Both John Hyrcanus I and

Both John Hyrcanus I and II minted basically very similar coins

Laureate and draped bust of Aretas IV right / Veiled bust of Shaqilat right

2-1/2" wide and 1" deep

Many persons believe that this was the year that Christ was crucified

THIS PARTICULAR COIN:

Pontius Pilate Simpulum 29ad (P29-58) Herod Both John Hyrcanus I andThis coin was minted by Pontius Pilate in 29AD. The coin showed three ears of barley on one side and a simpulum on the reverse. The simpulum was a utensil used by Roman priests during their religious ceremonies. The use of this pagan symbol was a disrespect of the Jewish population where the coins were circulated.