ANCIENT JEWISH COINS, BAR KOKHBA, Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (2.99 g), 132-135 CE. Year 2 (133/4 CE). 'Sma' (Paleo-Hebrew) within wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, with a medallion at top and tendrils at bottom. Rev. 'Year two of the freedom of Israel' (Paleo-Hebrew), fluted jug with handle on left; in right field, willow branch. (Mildenberg 34 (O5/R22); TJC 250; Hendin 1391). Boldly struck and nicely toned. Extremely fine.
Purchased privately from D. Hendin, June 1988.
Estimate: $ 900