JUDAEA. First Jewish War, A.D. 66-70. AR Shekel (14.29 gms), Year 2 (A.D. 67-68). NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
Hendin-659. "Shekel of Israel" (in Hebrew), Omer cup with pearled rim, date above; Reverse: "Jerusalem the Holy" (in Hebrew), branch with three pomegranates. Exceptionally well centered allowing for nearly complete beaded borders, especially on the reverse. Features a great strike and lovely surfaces as well as beautiful slate blue toning. Highly attractive. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
Ex: Bowers & Merena Auction November 1985.
Estimate: $3500.00- $5000.00