This exceptional gold aureus represents the famous “tribute penny” from the Bible, struck during the reign of Emperor Tiberius, the adopted son of Augustus. Tiberius was the reigning Caesar at the time of Jesus’ ministry, making this coin a direct connection to a pivotal moment in history.
🔹 Historical Significance:
The English term “penny” in the King James Bible translates the Roman silver denarius, the coin referenced in Mark 12:13–17.
These coins are among the most sought-after by collectors because they are tangible remnants of the world in which Jesus lived.
Associated with the famous Biblical dialogue on taxation: “Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and unto God the things that are God’s.”
🔹 Specifications:
Material: Gold
Denomination: Aureus
Emperor: Tiberius (#3 of the Twelve Caesars)
Era: AD 14–37
Condition: High-grade, sharp strike, beautifully preserved
A coin that is both a masterpiece of Roman numismatics and a profound historical artifact, ideal for collectors of Biblical history and ancient Roman coinage.