JUDAEA. The Jewish War (AD 66-70). AR shekel (25mm, 13.89 gm, 11h). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 4/5. Jerusalem, dated Year 1 (May AD 66 (or later)-March AD 67). Shekel of Israel (Paleo-Hebrew), omer cup with smooth rim, pearl on either side of bowl, flat base with pearled ends; Year 1 above / Jerusalem the Holy (Paleo-Hebrew), staff with three pomegranate buds and globular base. GBC 6, 6383. GBC 5, 1354. Solidly and evenly struck. Excellently centered on good metal flan with lustrous surfaces and a light slate sheen. From the New England Collection
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