Judaea AE Porcius Festus (AD 59-62) Prutah NGC(HG)
Order Code: PORCIUSFESTUS-NGC Weight/Dimensions: 43.76 g | 3.4" L x 2.4" W x 0.4" H Grade Condition: (HG) 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.