The Widow’s Mite coins are real and are a great addition to any coin collection. These coins are a reminder of the Biblical story of the widow who gave her last two coins to the temple. The coins are made of bronze and date back to the time of Jesus.

Jesus told a very powerful story in Luke 21, about the widow’s offering. This story featured the mite, which is a small bronze Jewish prutah of Alexander Jannaeus (103-76 BC) which was used as small change during Jesus’ time.

Alexander Jannaeus was the first of the Maccabean priestly princes to style himself king on his coins, which bore his name and title in Greek as well as Hebrew. Jesus drew attention to this event while sitting in the temple and observing how the people were putting money in the treasury.

The rich people were giving large sums of money. Then a poor widow came along and put in two small coins (mites) worth but a few cents. Jesus called his disciples attention to this act and stated that the poor widow had given far more than the other contributors to the treasury.

This didn’t make sense when taken at face value, since the widow had only given two mites in comparison to the lavish offerings of the wealthy givers. However, Jesus went on to elaborate that her gift was great because it represented a greater portion of her wealth than the larger gifts of the religious leaders.

Her two mites were a sacrificial offering, and represented her whole livelihood, a sacrifice that did not go unnoticed in heaven.

The coins we use in our ancient widow’s mite coin jewelry are all authentic.

The Widow’s Mite Coin from Israel is a unique and historical piece of ancient coinage that holds special meaning to both religious and non-religious collectors alike. Dating back to 2nd Century B.C., the Widow’s Mite is the smallest denomination of coin ever used in the Middle East and has been mentioned in the bible multiple times.

The Widow’s Mite Coin is highly sought-after by collectors, not only for its religious significance but also for its rarity and numismatic value. The coins are composed of a bronze and copper alloy, and display various symbols on one side, including a star, boat, palm branches, or ear of barley.

Before purchasing a Widow’s Mite Coin, buyers should make sure that the coin comes with a certificate of authenticity. This is to ensure that the coin is genuine and not a forgery, as there are many counterfeit Widow’s Mite coins on the market.

Buyers should also make sure that the coin is in good condition before purchasing. These coins are quite fragile due to their delicate nature and age. Even the slightest amount of wear or damage could devalue the coin considerably.

For collectors looking to add a historical and meaningful piece to their numismatic collection, the Widow’s Mite Coin is an excellent choice. This exquisite coin is guaranteed to become an instant conversation piece and add a unique touch to any collection.

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