And there came a certain poor widow, and she threw in two mites, which make a farthing. They are much smaller than a dime and were worth a pittance in their time. Usually these mites were irregularly shapped and not real round with an anchor,star, and small Hebrew letters on them.
Majority are hard to read .
Archaeological evidence tells us they were circulated even after Jesus Christ's death and resurection. My pick at random for you. If purchacing two or more I will try to give you one lipton and prutah. Liptons are around the US Dime to give you an idea of size. Bring me a penny, that I may see it.