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Jewish Coinage. Roman Judaea Capta Series. Vespasian, 69-79 CE. AE Sestertius minted 71 CE. VF

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money / Coins: Ancient Start Price:999.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 2,500.00 USD
Jewish Coinage. Roman Judaea Capta Series. Vespasian, 69-79 CE. AE Sestertius minted 71 CE. VF
Jewish Coinage. Roman Judaea Capta Series. Vespasian, 69-79 CE. AE Sestertius minted 71 CE. Laureate head right of Vespasian. Reverse: Palm tree; to left, captive standing right; to right, personification of Judaea seated right on cuirass; both figures surrounded by arms. Reverse somewhat rough. Excellent detail with medium dark maroon patina. Choice Very Fine. .

While this sestertius may have been issued at Rome, the tall letters, reverse style and planchet characteristics could signify a provincial mint .
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.

Provenance: Ex Goldberg Auction (31 V 04; Friedenberg collection), lot 3146.