Lot 1216
Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.14 g), 132-135 CE. Undated, attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). 'Simna' (Paleo-Hebrew) within wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, with a medallion between two pairs of dots at top and tendrils at bottom. Reverse: 'For the freedom of Jerusalem' (Paleo-Hebrew), fluted jug with handle on left; in right field, willow branch. Hendin 1422; Mildenberg 89 (O15/R58); TJC 283a. Overstruck on a drachm of Trajan. Toned. Very Fine. Estimate Value $400 - 450
Ex Biblical Numismatic Society, purchase 1980.
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