Widow's Mite in Mini Album w/ Certificate of Authenticity Bronze prutah or lepton of Alexander Janneaus, king of Judaea, minted ca. 100 BC. The "widow’s mite" mentioned in the Gospels of Mark and Luke – Jesus’ parable about a poor widow who gave "two mites…all she had." quietly and without care to be observed. This was in contrast to the rich Pharisees who would give their gold and silver (only a small portion of what they had ) to the poor only when it could be observed by others and bring them honor or acclaim. Comes in Mini Album with Historical Information and Certificate of Authenticity Average Grade - ( 2/4 on the Scale of the 4 Grades We Have in Stock - See Our other Listings for Higher & Lower Quality Examples! ) You Will Receive the Same Type of Coin and Condition Shown , Coin Will be of Quality Comparable to the Coins Shown in Photos ( You Receive One Coin, Multiple Shown to Display Quality Range ) ! Free USPS Ground Advantage with Tracking and Insurance!