Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.16 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. rev. 'For the freedom of Jerusalem' (Paleo-Hebrew), fluted jug with handle on left; in right field, willow branch. Hendin 1418; Mildenberg 79 (O14/R51); TJC 283b. Overstruck on a denarius of Trajan. Toned. Removed from an NGC slab where graded Ch VF; Strike: 4/5, Surface: 3/5. Estimated Value $500
From the Dr. Patrick Tan Collection.