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Silver coin of the Jewish War. This is the half shekel silver coin struck in Jerusalem during the third year of the Jewish war against Rome (Year 68/69 CE). Obverse side: Chalice with pearled rim (7 dots). The base is raised by projections on ends. Above the chalice is the date Hebrew letters (?? - which is year three). Around the chalice is the inscription - half a shekel. Reverse side: Stem with pearled base and three pomegranates. Around is the Hebrew inscription - Jerusalem the Holy. Reference: Hendin 663 |
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