SHIMON BAR KOCHBA AE MEDIUM DENOMINATION, YEAR TWO 133/134 C.E.
Mildenberg 92, Only 7 listed, Hendin 6436a, Choice VF/+VF, 25.3mm, 12.28 grams
Obverse: Vine leaf on tendril, Year Two of the Freedom of Israel in Paleo-Hebrew around
Reverse: Seven branched palm tree with two bunches of dates, Shimon in Paleo-Hebrew across fields
A hefty piece at 12.28 grams with great detail, slightly obscured by the lovely natural earthen patina. Even the spince of the grape leaf is clear, something not often seen!
