Lot 32
The Jewish War. Year 2, Silver Shekel (14.13 g) 66-70 CE. Jerusalem, Year 2 (67/8 CE). 'Shekel of Israel' (Paleo-Hebrew), ritual chalice with pearled rim, the base raised by projections on both ends; above, 'Year 2'. Reverse: 'Jerusalem the holy' (Paleo-Hebrew), staff with three pomegranate buds, rounded base. Hendin 1358; TJC 193; AJC 8; Deutsch Plate 4, 16. Lustrous surfaces, untoned, perfectly centered with full legends. Superb Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $5,000 - UP
Ex Kunker 334, lot 2225, The Samel Collection.
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