Watch List notes:

ANCIENT JEWISH COINS, BAR KOKHBA, Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.31 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 32 (O5/R20); TJC 250; Hendin 1391). Well struck on a nice, wide flan.Superb extremely fine.

Purchased privately, August 2003.

Estimate: $ 1,000