JUDAEA. Bar Kochba Revolt, 132-135 C.E. AR Sela (11.93 gms), Jerusalem Mint, Attributed to Year 3 (134/5 C.E.). NGC AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Overstruck. Edge Marks. Mildenberg 83 (O12/R53); Meshorer-267; Hendin-1411. Obverse: Facade of the Jerusalem Temple, containing showbread table; "Simon" around; Reverse: Lulav; etrog to left; "for the freedom of Israel" around. This overstruck example offers a solid strike for the type along with charming toning and a bit of luster remaining in the protected areas.
