A bronze coin minted by Jews in Jerusalem during final year before 2nd Temple’s destruction in 70 CE has been discovered during excavations in Jerusalem. It is inscribed, “For the Redemption of Zion”. Tisha b’Av on 3rd Aug commemorated the destruction of both Jewish Temples.
Rare “redemption of Zion” coin unearthed
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