Lot 36
The Jewish War. Year 4, AE Quarter Shekel (8.13 g), 60-70 CE. Jerusalem, Year 4 (69-70 CE). 'Year four-quarter ' (Paleo-Hebrew), two lulav branches. Reverse: 'To the redemption of Zion' (Paleo-Hebrew), around etrog. Hendin 1368; TJC 213; AJC 29. Very Rare. Reddish-brown and quite choice. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $1,500 - UP
This is one of the three bronze denominations issued in the fourth year of the revolt, presumably when the supply of silver was running low. All of these featured symbols associated with the harvest festival of Succoth.
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