Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.31 g), 132-135 CE. Year 2 (133/4 CE). 'Sm' (Paleo-Hebrew) within wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, with a medallion at top and tendrils at bottom. Reverse: 'Year two of the freedom of Israel' (Paleo-Hebrew), fluted jug with handle on left; in right field, willow branch. Elazar type. Hendin 1384; Mildenberg 8 (O4/R6); TJC 250; Hendin 1391. Some of the undertype visible. Very Fine. Estimate Value $1,500 - 2,000
The Brody Family Collection; Purchased privately from D. Hendin, February 1990.