Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.23 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. Hendin 1417; Mildeberg 67 (O14/R39); TJC 276b. Trumpets boldly struck on a slightly irregular shaped flan. Untoned. Extremely Fine. Estimate Value $500 - 600
From the S. Moussaieff Collection.