Lot 973
Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.00 g), 132-135 CE. Year 1 (132/3 CE). 'Eleazar the priest', jug with handle; willow branch at right. Reverse: 'Year one of the redemption of Israel', grape bunch on vine with small leaf. Mildeberg 2 (O2/R1; this coin); TJC 219; Hendin 6403. Extremely Rare. Struck on a nice broad flan. Toned. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $10,000 - UP
The branch to the right of the jug has traditionally been identified as a palm branch. In "The Temple Willow-Branch Ritual Depicted on Bar Kokhba Denarii," INJ 16 (2007-2008), pp. 131-5, Y. Adler argues that it is in fact a willow branch, and represents the willow branch ceremony that took place along with the water ceremony (represented by the jug) at the Temple altar during the Feast of Tabernacles.
Abraham and Marian Sofaer Collection From the Abraham and Marian Sofaer Collection.
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