Ancients
JUDAEA. The Jewish War (AD 66-70). AR shekel (22mm, 14.29 gm, 11h). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 5/5. Jerusalem, dated Year 2 (AD 67/8). Paleo-Hebrew Shekel of Israel around ritual chalice with pearled rim, the base resting on raised projections; Year 2 above / Jerusalem the holy around staff with three pomegranate buds, with globular base. Hendin 1358. TJC 193. AJC II 260, 8. MCP dies O1/R49. A handsome piece, deeply struck in sound metal, with gorgeous lightly toned surfaces.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 5000-7000 USD