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"Masada" Coin // First Jewish War, 66-70 C.E.

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Ancient Holy Land, Judaea. First Jewish War. Jewish Revolt Against Rome, 66-70 C.E. Bronze prutah. Dated year 2 (67/68 C.E.) Two handled amphora, ancient Hebrew inscription "Year Two" / Grape leaf on small vine, "The Freedom of Zion" in Hebrew. Beautiful dark olive green patina with Holy Land earthen highlights.

This coin was minted and circulated during the time of Josephus, the Jewish War and the standoff at Masada. Although this example was found elsewhere in Israel, these very same types of coins have been excavated atop the mountaintop fortress of Masada, and have earned the name "Masada type coins".

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  • Measurements
    3.125"L x 2.125"W x 0.375"H
  • OriginIsrael

— Encapsulated & Certified by NGC
— Coin Diameter 15mm
— Ref: Meshorer 196; Hendin 1360 for type

Accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity which includes all the details, culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.

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