Description: Roman Empire, Twelve Caesars. Tiberius (r. 14-37 AD) AR (Silver) denarius. Biblical ‘Tribute Penny’. Mint of Lugdunum (Lyon, France). About VF; steely gunmetal patina. Popular Biblical type. Design: Laureate head of Tiberius right / Livia (mother of Tiberius, as Pax), seated right, holding olive branch and scepter Ref. RIC I 26. BMC 34. Dimensions: 18 mm / 3.65 gm Note: This type often cited as the coin referenced in the New Testament (Mark 12:15, Matthew 22:22) in which Jesus asks for a denarion (the word in the original Greek text) and, while holding it, famously remarks "Render unto Caesar what is Caesar's, and give unto God what is God's." Condition: About VF; well-centered example. All coins are guaranteed authentic and backed by Miller Ancients’ returns policy. Miller Ancients is a New York-based ancient coin firm that is proud to offer 15 years of experience and has sold over 10,000 coins to date. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
Price: 485 USD
Location: New York, New York
End Time: 2025-01-31T04:42:41.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: Denarius
Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)
Composition: Silver
Year: 14 - 37 AD
Era: Ancient
Ruler: Tiberius
