Auction No. 43

Lot 53

JUDAEA CAPTA.

Opening $1,000
Sold for $1,950

JUDAEA CAPTA - Vespasian, A.D. 69-79. AE Sestertius, Rome Mint, A.D. 71. Laureate head right of Vespasian. Reverse: Mourning woman (Judaea personified) seated right under palm tree behind, male standing left, hands bound, turning head back right. Very Fine. (34mm. 26.4g)RIC.161 (R2)  -  BMC/RE.534  -  BN/R.489 pl. 50  -  RCV.2325 photo (4400$ ).Glossy olive-brown patina;    Estimated Value $2000 - 3000.

Category
Ancient Jewish Coins