Pontius Pilate Simpulum 29ad (P29-58) Herod THIS PARTICULAR COIN:

THIS PARTICULAR COIN:

this coin is often called a "crucifixion coin" since it was minted by the ruler who authorized Christ's crucifixion on the year that he was crucified

2-1/2" wide and 1" deep

Porcius Festus Roman Procurator under Nero Ruled 59-62 A

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

Pontius Pilate Simpulum 29ad (P29-58) Herod THIS PARTICULAR COIN:This 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.