Develop a love of unique pieces with this Widow's Mite coin set in an 18K and sterling silver cross. This 2000 year old coin is bezel set in a polished twist style 18K yellow gold frame within a polished sterling silver cross. Each arm of the cross has a cross cutout for a multi dimensional look. The bail is polished sterling and will accommodate a variety of chains.
The widow's mite is a genuine 2000 year old coin that was used in the Holy Land at the time of Jesus and is mentioned in the Bible in Mark 12:41-44. Jesus observed people giving money to the treasury and noted that a poor widow who gave two small bronze coins known as mites was more generous than the rich men who gave more valuable coins: "she ... did cast in all that she had, even all her living," whereas the rich men gave just a fraction of their wealth. Other details include:
1-3/4"L x 1-1/4"W with a 1/8"W bail
Stamped both 18K and .925
Boxed
Made in USA
Certificate of authenticity