Bar Kochba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.05 g), 132-135 CE. Year 2/1 hybrid (132/3-133/4 CE). 'Shma' (abbreviating Shi'mon), in triangular form within a wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, medallion at top, and tendrils below. Reverse: 'Eleazar the priest', fluted jug with handle on left; willow branch at right. Mildeberg 3 (O3/R1); TJC 235; Hendin 1384. Rare. Boldly struck and well centered with underlying luster present. Superb Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $4,000 - 5,000.