Description
The Great Revolt Against Rome: A Numismatic Perspective.
This remarkable silver sheqel coin.
Minted during the third year of the Great Revolt against Rome (69-70 CE), is a testament to the Jewish struggle for freedom and sovereignty on Jerusalem and the Temple.
This coin features a ritual cup on one side, symbolizing purity and religious observance, and the paleo-Hebrew inscription “For the Freedom of Zion” on the other, encapsulating the fervent hope for liberation.
One of the most significant coins minted during the Great Revolt is the silver sheqel of Year Three (68/69 CE). This coin is rich in symbolism and holds profound significance for understanding the aspirations and values of the Jewish rebels.
