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Middle bronze - Simeon bar Kosevah Year Two
| Bronze | 10.88 g | 26 mm |
| 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 | 10.88 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 4 August 0135 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Vine leaf on tendril
Script: Hebrew
Lettering: שב לחר ישראל
Translation: Year two of the freedom of Israel
Interesting fact
The Simeon bar Kosevah coin is a rare example of a Jewish coin from the Second Jewish Revolt against the Roman Empire. It was minted in Jerusalem during the second year of the revolt, which took place from 133 to 134 CE. The coin features an image of a lulav, a citrus fruit used in Jewish religious rituals, on one side, and an inscription in Hebrew on the other side that reads "Year Two of the Freedom of Israel." This coin is significant not only for its historical value but also for its symbolism, as it represents the Jewish people's struggle for independence and self-governance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (133-134) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Middle bronze - Simeon bar Kosevah (Year Two) (133-134) coin.
