Judaea, The Jewish War. Silver Shekel (13.87 g), 66-70 CE. Jerusalem, year 3 (68/9 CE). 'Shekel of Israel' (Paleo-Hebrew), ritual chalice with pearled rim, the base raised by projections on both ends; above, 'year 3'. Reverse: 'Jerusalem the holy' (Paleo-Hebrew), staff with three pomegranate buds, round base. Hendin 6390; TJC 202; Deutsch 55. Well struck and well centered. Lightly toned. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $5,000 - UP
From the Randolph Family Collection.