© British Museum
© British Museum
Zuz - Simeon bar Kosevah Year Three
| Silver | 3.34 g | - |
| Issuer | Judea |
|---|---|
| Period | Bar Kokhba Revolt (132-135) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 134-135 |
| Value | 1 Zuz = ¼ Sela = ¼ Shekel |
| Currency | Bar Kokhba Revolt ‒ Shekel (132-135) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | 4 August 0135 |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#95764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two trumpets
Script: Hebrew
Lettering: לחרות ירושלם
Translation:
LEHEROT YERUSHALAYIM
(For the freedom of Jerusalem)
Interesting fact
The Zuz - Simeon bar Kosevah (Year Three) (134-135) coin from Judea is notable for its unique design, which features a depiction of a lulav and an etrog, two symbols associated with the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. This coin was minted during the reign of Roman Emperor Hadrian, who had a policy of promoting Roman culture and religion throughout the empire. The inclusion of Jewish symbols on the coin suggests that the Roman authorities in Judea were willing to accommodate local customs and traditions, at least to some extent.
