Ancient Roman Widow's Mite Sized Bronze Coin

Updated August 20, 2026

Ancient Roman Widow's Mite Sized Bronze Coin Ancient Roman Bronze Widow's Mite Sized Coin c. 50 BC - 400 AD INB Slabbed This small ancient bronze coin dates from the late Roman Republican period through the height of the Roman Empire, roughly between 50 BC and 400 AD. Struck from copper-based bronze, these diminutive denominations are often referred to as widow's mite sized due to their similarity in scale to the humble leptons and prutahs of the biblical era. This specific specimen features a naturally aged dark patina and irregular edges characteristic of hand-struck ancient coinage. It comes housed in a protective professional slab from the International Numismatic Bureau (INB) featuring a green label and unique serial number 2216109765, ensuring the specimen remains preserved for future generations of collectors. These coins were once the primary currency for daily transactions across the vast Roman provinces, representing the smallest unit of trade in the ancient world. Ancient Roman Widow's Mite Sized Bronze Coin c. 50 BC - 400 AD INB Graded Condition: This item is housed in a protective slab by the International Numismatic Bureau. The coin exhibits an irregular shape with significant wear and a dark patina consistent with ancient bronze. The strike is circulated and shows heavy aging, with the original design being largely obscured by centuries of environmental exposure. The metal content is bronze. The coin is a hand-struck piece from the Roman era, likely a Prutah or similar small denomination often referred to as a Widow's Mite due to its diminutive size. Historically, these coins circulated throughout the Roman Empire and Judea between 50 BC and 400 AD, serving as the lowest denomination of currency for everyday transactions among the common people. The mint is unidentified, and the specific numerical grade is not provided on the label. Roman coin, Widow's Mite, bronze, ancient currency, numismatics, slabbed coin, International Numismatic Bureau, authentic, historical artifact, collectible, Roman Empire, bronze coin, small denomination, ancient history, coin grading Roman widow's mite, ancient bronze coin, biblical coins, INB certified coin, Roman Empire currency, ancient numismatics, mite sized coin, historical artifact, bronze prutah, collectible ancient coins IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The a

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