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The Thirty Pieces of Silver: Coin Relics in Medieval and Modern Europe
The Thirty Pieces of Silver: Coin Relics in Medieval and Modern Europe
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The book explores the betrayal of Jesus by Judas for thirty pieces of silver and documents fifty specimens of coins venerated as holy relics in medieval and modern churches and monasteries of Europe. These relics are ancient Greek silver coins mounted in precious reliquaries or used for the distribution of their wax imprints believed to have healing powers.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 286 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
The betrayal of Jesus by Judas for thirty pieces of silver is a topic that is explored in great detail in The Thirty Pieces of Silver: Coin Relics in Medieval and Modern Europe. According to medieval legend, these coins had existed since the time of Abraham's father and had been used in many transactions recorded in the Bible. This book presents fifty specimens of coins that were revered as holy relics in medieval and modern churches and monasteries across Europe, ranging from Valencia to Uppsala. The majority of these relics are ancient Greek silver coins that were mounted in precious reliquaries or used for the distribution of their wax imprints, which were believed to have healing powers.
Drawing from a diverse range of historical sources, including hagiography and numismatics, this book appeals to students and academics studying Late Antique, Medieval, and Early Modern History, Theology, as well as anyone interested in the function of relics throughout Christendom.
The Thirty Pieces of Silver serves as a study that invites contemplation on the profound and symbolic significance of money, particularly through coins that were the price, value, and measure of Christ, and which, despite their humble nature, managed to become relics.
Weight: 474g
Dimension: 156 x 235 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367688042
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