Titus Hendin 6476

ΑΥΤΟΚΡ ΤΙΤΟ Σ ΚΑΙΣΑΡ
Laureate head of Titus right.
ΙΟΥΔΑΙΑΣ EAΛΩΚΥIΑΣ
Trophy, Judaea sits mourning left, her hands tied. Shield to the right of trophy

Caesarea Maritima,

13.45g
27mm

Hendin 6476, RPC 2313, Meshorer 384

Ex-Israeli dealer

Commemorating the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 CE. Not content with proclaiming Judaea Capta on the coins circulating in Rome, this one is minted for use in Judaea. This coin is another example of Roman propaganda and psychological subjugation of the inhabitants of Judaea. The common people would now have to use these coins in their everyday purchases and be reminded of Rome's victory.