Judaea AE Porcius Festus (AD 59-62) Prutah NGC(LG)
Order Code: PORCIUSFESTUS-NGC Weight/Dimensions: | 3.4 x 2.4 x 0.4 Grade Condition: (LG) Metal: Bronze Obverse: C KAI APOC Palm branch Reverse: NEP WNO C in wreath
Porcius Festus was the Roman procurator of Judea, holding the post from AD59-62. According to Acts of the Apostles, Festus declared St. Paul insane and sent him to Rome for trial.