Experts in Coins & Medals

GREECE. Georgios I, 1863-1913. Pattern 50 Lepta 1889 (Copper-Nickel, 21 mm, 4.98 g, 12 h), a double-sided reverse pattern, Paris, struck from dies by A. Borrel, plain edge. ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ The crown of the kingdom of Greece; below, 50 ΛΕΠΤΑ / 1889. Rev. The same as the obverse. Divo -. Karamitsos T.70. KM Pn39. An extremely rare pattern in lovely condition. Graded by NGC "MS 63". Cert number: 2908902-004.

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.