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© British Museum
Middle bronze - Simeon bar Kosevah Year Two
| Bronze | 6.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Period | Bar Kokhba Revolt (132-135) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 133-134 |
| Currency | Bar Kokhba Revolt ‒ Shekel (132-135) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.38 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 4 August 0135 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95787 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wide lyre (nevel or chelys) of for or five strings
Script: Hebrew
Lettering: שב לחר ישראל
Translation: Year two of the freedom of Israel
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Simeon bar Kosevah (Year Two) coin is that it features an image of a lulav, a citrus fruit, and a willow branch on one side, which are symbols of the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.
