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Silver Bar Kochba coin - 'Simon'
Silver Bar Kochba coin  - 'Simon'
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Silver Bar Kochba Tetradrachm (In Hebrew - Sela). This coin is of special interest and historical value. It was minted during the third and last year of the Jewish revolt against Rome (year 134/135 CE). Obverse side: Façade of the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem with the arc and scrolls, wavy line above and Hebrew inscription - Simon (first name of Bar Kochba). Reverse side: Lulav holder with 3 Minim and Etrog on his left. Hebrew inscription around - For the Freedom of Jerusalem -. Reference: Hendin 713.