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Sela - Simeon bar Kosevah Year Two
| Silver | 15.05 g | - |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Period | Bar Kokhba Revolt (132-135) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 133-134 |
| Value | 1 Sela = 1 Shekel |
| Currency | Bar Kokhba Revolt ‒ Shekel (132-135) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.05 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 4 August 0135 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#121161 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lulav with etrog at left
Script: Hebrew
Lettering: שב לחר ישראל
Translation: Year two of the freedom of Israel
Interesting fact
The Sela - Simeon bar Kosevah (Year Two) coin was minted during the second year of the reign of King Simeon bar Kosevah, who was the ruler of the Jewish autonomous state in Judea during the 2nd century CE. The coin features an image of a lion on one side and an inscription in Hebrew on the other side, which reads "Simeon bar Kosevah, year two". This coin is significant because it represents a rare example of a Jewish coinage system that was independent of the Roman Empire, which had occupied Judea at the time. The fact that the coin was made of silver also indicates that it was a valuable and important form of currency during that period.
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 Sela - Simeon bar Kosevah (Year Two) (133-134) coin.
