Pre-Long Beach Auction #90

Jewish War. Silver Shekel (14.20 g), 66-70 CE. Year 3 (68/9 CE). 'Shekel of Israel' around, 'year 3' above, omer cup with pearled rim. Reverse: 'Jerusalem the holy', sprig of three pomegranates. TJC 202a; Hendin 1361. Well struck on excellent metal with all detail bold and crisp. A magnificent example with incredible natural iridescent toning. This beauty ranks as one of the finest silver shekels we have ever seen! Superb Nearly Mint State.
Estimated Value $5,000-UP.
Ex Goldberg 41 (27 May 2007), 2503.