Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.43 g), 132-135 CE. Undated, attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). 'Simon' (Paleo-Hebrew) within wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, with a medallion at top and tendrils at bottom. Reverse: 'For the freedom of Jerusalem' (Paleo-Hebrew), fluted jug with handle on left; in right field, willow branch. Hendin 1418; Mildenberg 81 (O14/R52); TJC 283b. Very Rare - only four specimens cited by Mildenberg. Profile of the Roman portrait of the undertype slightly visible on the obverse. Toned. Very Fine. Estimate Value $500 - 600
The Brody Family Collection; Ex Shoshana Collection (Heritage, 8-9 March 2012), 20389.