JUDAEA. First Jewish War, 66-70 C.E. AR Shekel (13.94 gms), Jerusalem Mint, Year 3 (68/9 C.E.). NGC Ch VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 1/5.Meshorer-202; Hendin-1361. Obverse: Omer cup; shekel of Israel; year 3 around and above; Reverse: Three pomegranates on stem; Jerusalem the holy around. This example does feature some fairly rough surfaces, along with some of the outer layer of metal on each side having broken off. For the collector searching for more of a budget example of First Jewish War shekel, represents an excellent opportunity.From the Solomon Collection.
