JUDAEA. Bar Kochba Revolt, 132-135 C.E. AE 18mm (5.18 gms), Jerusalem Mint, Year 1 (132/3 C.E.). NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5.
Mildenberg-147 (O1/R1); Meshorer-225; Hendin-1380a. Obverse: Palm tree; "Eleazar the priest" [retrograde] across field; Reverse: Grape bunch on vine; "year one of the redemption of Israel" around. Pleasing dark green patina, with some lighter earthen highlights. A well struck and highly attractive example.
From the Solomon Collection.
Ex: Heritage (1/2010) Lot #21305.
Estimate: $300.00- $450.00