Judaea, The Jewish War. Silver Shekel (14.31 g), 66-70 CE. Jerusalem, year 2 (67/8 CE). 'Shekel of Israel' (Paleo-Hebrew), ritual chalice with pearled rim, the base raised by projections on both ends; above, 'year 2'. Reverse: 'Jerusalem the holy' (Paleo-Hebrew), staff with three pomegranate buds, round base. Hendin 1358; TJC 193. Lustrous surfaces and lightly toned. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $6,000 - UP
Purchased privately from Harlan J. Berk.