The Widow’s Mite (lepton) is the very coin Jesus referenced in Mark 12:41–44, when a poor widow’s humble gift became a timeless lesson in faith and devotion. These tiny bronze coins—minted during the Hasmonean and Herodian periods—were the smallest in circulation during Jesus’ time. The Greek word lepton means “small” or “thin,” a fitting name for such a modest coin. A single lepton was worth only about 1/128 of a Roman denarius, and two lepta together (called a “mite” in older English) equaled roughly 1/64 of a denarius—virtually nothing in monetary value.
Though worth almost nothing monetarily, the widow’s gift was priceless in God’s eyes. Holding one of these coins connects you to the world of the New Testament and brings the story to life. Perfect for teaching, display, or as a meaningful gift, each coin is an authentic artifact, a tangible reminder that true generosity is measured by the heart, not the amount.
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