JUDAEA. Bar Kochba Revolt, 132-135 C.E. AE 20mm, Jerusalem Mint, Year 1 (132/3 C.E.). NGC VF.
Mildenberg-150 (O1/R4); Meshorer-224; Hendin-1380. Obverse: Palm tree; "Eleazar the Priest" across field; Reverse: Grape bunch on vine; "Year one of the redemption of Israel" around. Attractive green surfaces with lighter highlights. A RARE issue from the revolt's first year in which Eleazar the priest is cited rather than Shimon Bar Kochba.
From the Solomon Collection.
Ex: Heritage (1/2010) Lot #21306.
Estimate: $350.00- $500.00