Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.37 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; pairs of dots between each section of wreath. rev. 'For the freedom of Jerusalem' (Paleo-Hebrew), elongated lyre with three strings. Hendin 1424; Mildenberg 96 (O15/R65); TJC 272a. Scarce - only nine specimens cited by Mildenberg. Lightly toned. Removed from an NGC slab where graded AU; Strike: 4/5, Surface: 3/5. Estimated Value $600
From the Dr. Patrick Tan Collection.