Experts in Coins & Medals

IONIAN ISLANDS, Ionian State, as a British protectorate. 1815-1864. 30 New Oboloi 1834 (Silver, 16 mm, 1.40 g, 6 h), London, struck from dies prepared by W. Wyon, plain edge. BRITANNIA᛫ Helmeted Britannia seated to right on shield decorated with the Union Jack, holding trident with her extended left hand and resting her right on the shield. Rev. ΙΟΝΙΚΟΝ ΚΡΑΤΟΣ᛫ 1834 30, within oak wreath with ties below. Karamitsos I.27. KM 35. Graded by NGC "XF 45". Cert number: 2909117-011.

JUDAEA, Bar Kochba Revolt. 132-135 CE. Middle Bronze (Bronze, 25 mm, 9.59 g, 6 h). Year two of the freedom of Israel in Hebrew; Vine leaf with branch. Rev. Shim'on in Hebrew Seven-branched palm tree with two bunches of dates. Hendin 1408. Mbg. 70. Mesh 195. A rather scarce die combination, with an attractive green patina. Nearly very fine.