Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.10 g), 132-135 CE. Undated, attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). 'Shim'on', in two lines within a wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, medallion at top, and tendrils below. Reverse: 'For the freedom of Jerusalem', two trumpets upright, dot between (faint). Hendin 1426; Mildeberg 123 (O19/R85); TJC 276. Underlying portrait and legends of Trajan. Superb Extremely Fine. Estimate Value $600 - 800
A Connoisseur's Collection of Ancient Jewish Coins.