Lot 159
Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (3.10 g), 132-135 CE. Undated, attributed to year 3 (134/5 CE). 'Simon' (Paleo-Hebrew) within wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, with a me-dallion at top and tendrils at bottom. Rev. 'For the freedom of Jerusalem' (Paleo-Hebrew), fluted jug with handle on left; in right field, willow branch. (Mildenberg 75.1 (O14/R47; this coin); TJC 283b; Hendin 1418). Very rare - only six specimens cited by Mildenberg. Boldly struck and well centered. Nicely toned. Extremely fine. Estimate $700UP
Purchased privately, November 1990.
Ex NFA III (27 March 1976), lot 142.
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