THE NEW YORK SALE

Auction 48  –  15 January 2020

THE NEW YORK SALE, Auction 48

Ancient Coins

We, 15.01.2020, from 1:00 AM CET
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Description

Judaea, Bar Kokhba Revolt. Silver Zuz (2.91 g), 132-135 CE. Year 2 (133/4 CE). 'Sm' (Paleo-Hebrew) within wreath of thin branches wrapped around eight almonds, with a medallion at top and tendrils at bottom. Reverse: 'Year two of the freedom of Israel' (Paleo-Hebrew), upright palm branch. Hendin 1390; Mildenberg - (O5'/R-; rev. die not recorded); TJC 245. Extremely Rare - a new reverse die. Lustrous. Extremely Fine. Value $5,000 - UP
This zuz introduces a new reverse type to the silver series: a palm branch standing alone. This type may have been intended to reflect several levels of meaning. Not only could it be seen as a symbol of victory (a little premature as it turned out) for the rebel cause over the Romans, but also as a national symbol of Judaea and perhaps a reference to the Jewish religious festival of Tabernacles.

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Price realized 9'000 USD
Starting price 4'000 USD
Estimate 5'000 USD
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