Mattatayah Antigonus (Mattatayah), 40-37 BCE. AE Prutah (2.33 g). Jerusalem. 'Mattatayah the High Priest' (Paleo-Hebrew) within wreath. Reverse: Double cornucopia adorned with ribbons, pomegranate between horns. Hendin 1166; TJC 38a; AJC W. Pleasing greenish-brown patina. Rarely seen this choice. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $300
Ex Kunker 334, lot 2069, The Samel Collection.