JUDAEA. The Jewish War (AD 66-70). AR half-shekel (18mm, 6.70 gm, 12h). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 2/5. Jerusalem, dated Year 2 (April AD 67-March AD 68). Half of a shekel (Paleo-Hebrew), Omer cup with pearled rim, the base raised by projections on ends; Year 2 above / Jerusalem the holy (Paleo-Hebrew), staff with three pomegranate buds and globular base. Hendin 1359. Expertly centered on tight flan with subdued luster. Struck from fresh dies.

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