Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.38 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, pair of dots, one inside and one outside, between each section. Reverse: 'For the freedom of Jerusalem', palm branch. Hendin 1425; Mildeberg 122 (O18/R80); TJC 279. Some ghosting of the undertype visible. Lovely luster remains. Untoned. Superb Extremely Fine. Estimate Value $500 - 600
From the S. Moussaieff Collection.