Solomon, son of David and fourth monarch of the Kingdom of Israel and Judah c. 1000 BCE, is well known in the common discourse of Christians as a wise king. [1] His sins against God through his acquisition of a multitude of foreign wives and horses is equally discussed in Christian circles. Curiously, there is little discussion of his wealth beyond this vast collection of concubines and animals. His wealth in gold, silver, and other precious materials would rival that of the wealthiest private individuals of today.