Auction 32 - Objects: Judaica, Israeliana, Archeology and Medals
A Silver Denarius (Zuz) - Second Year of Bar Kokhba Revolt
Opening: $1,200
Sold for: $1,500
Including buyer's premium
A silver denarius (Zuz), the second year of Bar Kokhba Revolt. Abraham Bromberg Collection. (Lot No. 515). Obv.: A bunch of grapes surrounded by paleo-Hebrew inscription שמעון (Shimon). Rev: A flagon with handle and a palm branch (lulav) on right, surrounded by the inscription לחרות ירושלם (for the freedom of Jerusalem). In the margins, vestiges of Latin inscription VESPA[SIANUS]. 133/4 C.E. 2.93 grams, 19 mm, axis 12. TJC 285
Medals, Coins and Method of Payment
Medals, Coins and Method of Payment