Ancients
JUDAEA. Bar Kokhba Revolt (AD 132-135). AR zuz (19mm, 3.26 gm, 1h). NGC MS 4/5 - 4/5. Undated issue of Year 3 (AD 134/5). Simon (Paleo-Hebrew) name within wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, medallion at top, tendrils at bottom / For the freedom of Jerusalem (Paleo-Hebrew), kinnor (lyre) with three strings. Hendin 1424. TJC 272a. Shimmering bright surfaces with rainbow highlights. Struck on a Nero denarius with edge of portrait visible on the obverse, along with AR-AVGVST of the host legend. Very attractive and interesting example!
HID02901242017
Estimate: 1500-2000 USD