apr 1, 36 BC - Herod's First Coin
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The first coins minted by Herod after his victory over Jerusalem (in July 37 BCE) are dated year 3, written LΓ in Greek12 (opposite picture)13.Since Jewish reigns began on Nisan 1 (April), this coin is therefore appeared in April of 36 BCE. This method of reckoning reign, from Nisan 1 after an accession, was usual for kings of Judea (Talmud Rosh Hashanah 1:1).
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apr 1, 36 BC
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~ 2063 years ago