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Numismatic and History Discussion Forums => Coin of the Day => Topic started by: David Atherton on March 24, 2021, 06:11:44 pm

Title: Rare Judaea Capta Semis
Post by: David Atherton on March 24, 2021, 06:11:44 pm
The Jewish War was a gift that kept on giving for the Flavian dynasty. This rare Judaea Capta semis was struck a decade after the fall of Jerusalem for Titus as Augustus somewhere in the East.

https://www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-169310

Even mere provincials had to be continuously reminded of Titus's military prowess in Judaea.

The coin did not come cheap ... but that's to be expected for a Flavian Judaea Capta. At any rate, I'm very pleased to have finally added this most elusive coin!
Title: Re: Rare Judaea Capta Semis
Post by: Jay GT4 on March 24, 2021, 06:22:49 pm
A great addition David.  Historically important.  Lots of nice Flavians added lately!
Title: Re: Rare Judaea Capta Semis
Post by: David Atherton on March 25, 2021, 07:24:34 am
A great addition David.  Historically important.  Lots of nice Flavians added lately!

Thanks Jay. It was Devilishly hard to photograph. I still didn't get it right.