Lot 3136
The Bar Kokhba War, 132-135 CE. AR Denar (2.47 g) attributed to year 3 (134-135 CE). Palaeo-Hebrew inscription "Shim'on" within wreath topped by a medallion and terminating in ribbon ties. Reverse: One-handled jug right with palm branch to right; around, Palaeo-Hebrew inscription "For the Freedom of Jerusalem". Mild 87 [22 examples cited]; cf. AJC II, plate 27, 67a for this obverse die; H-1422. Very Fine to Extremely Fine.
Letter spacing and actual delineation of the chosen religious types are two parameters that can aid in die-study work. Actual die wear and die breaks (as shown by raised lines on the finished coin) can also be considered, demonstrating if a particular example is in an early, middle or late die state. A raking (angled) halogen light can sometimes do wonders in this evaluation, as well as better show the host (original) types and inscriptions. When comparing coins with photographs, though, one has to be extremely careful in discerning if lines are raised (from die breaks), or merely scratches.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
Harold Chopp Collection.
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