Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > January 2024 NYINC Auction | Auction date: 12 January 2024 |
Lot number: 50060 Price realized: 6,500 USD (Approx. 5,927 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on |
Lot description: JUDAEA. First Jewish War, 66-70 C.E. AR Shekel (14.25 gms), Jerusalem Mint, Year 3 (68/9 C.E.). NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Edge Chip. Meshorer-202; Hendin-1361. Obverse: Omer cup; "shekel of Israel; year 3" around and above; Reverse: Three pomegranates on stem; "Jerusalem the holy" around. A popular type from the final date in the brief series associated with the First Jewish War, this example presents a clear, well centered strike upon each side and a good deal of flashy brilliance remaining in the fields. Estimate: $4000 - $6000 |