Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.26 g), 132-135 CE. Undated, attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). 'Simon' (Paleo-Hebrew), 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, dot between (faint). Hendin 1426; Hendin GBC 4, 726 (this coin illus.); Mildenberg 124 (O19/R86; only 4 cited, this coin #3); TJC 276. Beautifully toned. Extremely Fine. Value $1,200 - UP
Ex David Hendin Collection.