Judaean Bronze 'Widow's Mite' (No reserve price)
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Bronze Judaean Widow's Mite coin, circa 1st century BC–1st century AD, about 1.6 cm in diameter and 2.85 g in weight; authentic original, condition Good, provenance Ex Cambridgeshire private collection (acquired 1970s); year acquired 1990.
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A very fine ancient bronze coin, minted in Judaea, and known as a 'Widows Mite' after the Biblical story. This coin was the smallest known denomination in Jewish currency also known as a lepton. Two of these coins were the equivalent to a Roman quadrans. The obverse features an eight rayed star within a diadem. The reverse displays a ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ around inverted anchor. The coin was likely struck under Alexander Jannaeus, but were still in circulation during the lifetime of Christ. Signs of wear as consistent with age.
The mite is referred to in St Mark’s Gospel, verse 12, chapters 41-44, and installs in us the importance of giving. Having given all the wealth she had, Jesus praises a poor widow for her generosity, which appears more significant than the contribution made by richer men.
‘Now Jesus sat opposite the treasury and saw how the people put money into the treasury. And many who were rich put in much. Then one poor widow came and threw in two mites, which make a quadrans. So He called His disciples to Himself and said to them, “Assuredly, I say to you that this poor widow has put in more than all those who have given to the treasury; for they all put in out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty put in all that she had, her whole livelihood.”' - Mark 12:41-44
Diameter: (circa) 1.6cm
Weight: 2.85g
Provenance: Ex Cambridgeshire private collection, acquired 1970s.
Seller's Story
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ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
A very fine ancient bronze coin, minted in Judaea, and known as a 'Widows Mite' after the Biblical story. This coin was the smallest known denomination in Jewish currency also known as a lepton. Two of these coins were the equivalent to a Roman quadrans. The obverse features an eight rayed star within a diadem. The reverse displays a ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ around inverted anchor. The coin was likely struck under Alexander Jannaeus, but were still in circulation during the lifetime of Christ. Signs of wear as consistent with age.
The mite is referred to in St Mark’s Gospel, verse 12, chapters 41-44, and installs in us the importance of giving. Having given all the wealth she had, Jesus praises a poor widow for her generosity, which appears more significant than the contribution made by richer men.
‘Now Jesus sat opposite the treasury and saw how the people put money into the treasury. And many who were rich put in much. Then one poor widow came and threw in two mites, which make a quadrans. So He called His disciples to Himself and said to them, “Assuredly, I say to you that this poor widow has put in more than all those who have given to the treasury; for they all put in out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty put in all that she had, her whole livelihood.”' - Mark 12:41-44
Diameter: (circa) 1.6cm
Weight: 2.85g
Provenance: Ex Cambridgeshire private collection, acquired 1970s.
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Judaean
Century/timeframe
Circa 1st century BC - 1st century AD
Name of object
'Widow's Mite'
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1990
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Unknown
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
