You’ve heard of the shekel, talent, and denarius from the Bible.
But do you know what they look like?
You can currently find a collection of ancient coins from Israel on display at the Museum of the Bible. They cover 2,000 years of Jewish history, from Egypt to Herod.
Coins may seem like an insignificant artifact, but they reveal so much about the world at the time. They tell us what was important, valued, and bought.
When you see these coins, what do they tell you? How do they reveal who’s in charge? Why did the design change so often back then?
Explore the answers with your kids when you visit The People of the Land exhibit on the 5th floor of the Museum of the Bible. While you’re there, don’t miss the free Megido Mosaic display on the first floor!
The Museum of the Bible is open 9 am-5 pm Monday-Saturday, and 10 am-5 pm on Sundays. To learn more and get tickets, visit their website.
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