© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
Zuz - Simeon bar Kosevah Year One and Two
| Silver | 2.57 g | - |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Period | Bar Kokhba Revolt (132-135) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 132-134 |
| Value | 1 Zuz = ¼ Sela = ¼ Shekel |
| Currency | Bar Kokhba Revolt ‒ Shekel (132-135) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.57 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 4 August 0135 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#121158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wide lyre (nevel or chelys) with three strings, four dots on sound box
Script: Hebrew
Lettering: שב לחר ישראל
Translation: Year two for the freedom of Israel
Interesting fact
The Zuz - Simeon bar Kosevah (Year One and Two) (132-134) coin from Judea was minted during a time of great religious and political significance. The coin bears the image of a menorah, which symbolizes the Jewish faith and represents the light of God. The coin's minting was likely a way for the Jewish leaders to express their devotion to their faith and to promote unity among their people during a time of turmoil.
