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Judea Captured, Jessica Baity, Jimmy Yang
Judea Captured, Jessica Baity, Jimmy Yang
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This coin is a part of the “Judea Captured” collection minted in Caesarea. Through thorough imaging and the decoding of Greek inscriptions we believe that we can prove the significance of the coin in correlation to the First Jewish War in battle against the Romans. We believe that it celebrates the victory of the Romans during the First Jewish War (66 – 69 AD) , under the Emperor Vespasian (68 – 79 AD). But the question does arise about the significance of certain symbols; especially the palm tree and crown made of palm leaves and how they relate to the …
The Use Of Propaganda On An Augustan Denarius, Jens Ibsen, Melissa Miller
The Use Of Propaganda On An Augustan Denarius, Jens Ibsen, Melissa Miller
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This coin is a silver denarius minted in Lugdunum (now Lyon), most likely under the reign of Augustus, the first emperor of Rome. There are factors which point to a possibility of the coin being a restitution issue minted under either Trajan or Hadrian, such as its pristine condition, which implies a lack of use, and the similarity of symbols employed on this denarius and denarii of Trajan’s era. The coin is a prime example of Augustus’ use of propaganda inserted into Roman daily life to sell the idea of empire to a Roman people who ardently defended a long-standing …
History Through A Coin: Valerian, Dido, And The Founding Of Carthage, Jack Miller, Brittany Piwowar
History Through A Coin: Valerian, Dido, And The Founding Of Carthage, Jack Miller, Brittany Piwowar
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The coin dating from 270 AD depicts on its obverse side the Roman Emperor Valerian, the first Emperor to be captured as a prisoner of war. On the reverse side is a unique scene of the goddess Dido sacrificing at the Temple of Hercules before setting off to found Carthage from Tyre, the city in which the coin was minted. Like all individually minted coins, this piece is very unique and may be a re-strike of a previously issued coin.
Ha-Tayassim Road, Tel Aviv, A-3764/2002, A-4683/2003, Yoav Arbel
Ha-Tayassim Road, Tel Aviv, A-3764/2002, A-4683/2003, Yoav Arbel
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 2002 and 2003, excavations were conducted at a 5.5 dunams plot between Ha-Tayassim Road and Tslilei Hanina Street (Permit Nos. A-3764, A-4683; map ref. 182517-58/661650-81), under the direction of Giora Parnos. The site is located on a natural hill approximately 30 meters above sea level, on the third kurkar ridge of the central coastal plain. It is surrounded by fertile soil and lies near the main road connecting Jaffa and Jerusalem.
Tel Hai A-853/1979, Gershon Edelstein
Tel Hai A-853/1979, Gershon Edelstein
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In September 1979, a salvage excavation was conducted in the courtyard of the youth hostel at Tel Ḥai under the direction of G. Edelstein. Burial caves were exposed after being damaged during the quarrying of a pit for the construction of a shelter. According to the excavation diary, three burial caves were documented; in one of them, two loculi were identified, along with five additional loculi. The finds from the caves and the loculi included pottery and glass vessels dating to the Roman period.
Jerusalem, Har Ha-Zetim (Mount Of Olives) A-780/1978, Amos Kloner
Jerusalem, Har Ha-Zetim (Mount Of Olives) A-780/1978, Amos Kloner
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1978, an excavation was conducted on Har Ha-Zetim in Jerusalem (map ref. 22309/63175). The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by A. Kloner. A tomb that was dated to the Roman period was exposed.
Jerusalem, Nahal Raqafot (Bayit Ve-Gan Neighborhood) A-593/1975, Amos Kloner, Yosef Gat
Jerusalem, Nahal Raqafot (Bayit Ve-Gan Neighborhood) A-593/1975, Amos Kloner, Yosef Gat
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In December 1975 and early 1976, an excavation was conducted in Jerusalem at Naḥal Raqafot (Bayit ve-Gan neighborhood; map ref. 21829/62980), under the direction of A. Kloner and Y. Gat. The excavation was undertaken following the discovery of a cave during preparations for the construction of a college. The cave, which was damaged during the development works, comprised a single chamber.
Jerusalem, Giv’At Shapira A-551/1975, Renee Sivan
Jerusalem, Giv’At Shapira A-551/1975, Renee Sivan
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1975, an excavation was conducted in the neighborhood of Giv’at Shapira in Jerusalem (map ref. 2229/6347). Three burial caves were exposed.
Ma’Alul A-399/1973, Gershon Edelstein
Ma’Alul A-399/1973, Gershon Edelstein
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In February 1973, a trial excavation was conducted in the area of the village of Ma’alul near Nahalal (map ref. 222/733), under the direction of G. Edelstein. A one-day inspection was carried out, following the discovery of a mosaic.
Samaria A-142/1967, Azriel Zigelman
Samaria A-142/1967, Azriel Zigelman
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1967, an archaeological excavation was conducted in Samaria under the direction of A. Zigelman. According to information preserved in the archival file, tombs were uncovered during the construction of the access road to ancient Samaria. Twelve circular shafts were revealed, which undoubtedly served as burial installations. Some date to the Israelite period (Iron Age II), while others belong to the Roman period.
Ha’Goshrim A-64/1965, Gideon Foerster
Ha’Goshrim A-64/1965, Gideon Foerster
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In May 1965, a salvage excavation was conducted at Kibbutz Ha’Goshrim (map ref. unknown), following the discovery of four burial caves. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by G. Foerster, with the assistance of Sh. Moskowitz (surveying).
Shefar‘Am A-42/1965, Yehuda Ben Yosef
Shefar‘Am A-42/1965, Yehuda Ben Yosef
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In March 1965, a salvage excavation was conducted in Shefar’am, between Horbat Ofra and Bir al-Maktzur (map ref. 21945/74292), following the discovery of a burial cave during the widening of the Shfaram-Nazareth road by the National Roads Company of Israel. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by Y. Ben Yosef, with the assistance of A. Zigelman (surveying and drafting).
Qiryat Tiv‘On A-23/1964, Refael Givon
Qiryat Tiv‘On A-23/1964, Refael Givon
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1964, an excavation was conducted in Qiryat Tiv‘on (map ref. 2105/7353), following the discovery of a building during the laying of foundations for the Institute of Music at Oranim College. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by R. Givon. The building was identified as a granary. The building had a pear-like shape. No diagnostic finds were recovered.
Kefar Shemaryahu 31/1962, Fritz Berger
Kefar Shemaryahu 31/1962, Fritz Berger
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1962, an excavation was conducted in Kefar Shemaryahu (map ref. 1833/6773). The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by F. Berger. A complex of burial caves that was dated to the Roman and Byzantine periods was exposed.
‘Akko, The Crypt 9/1960, Ze’Ev Yeivin
‘Akko, The Crypt 9/1960, Ze’Ev Yeivin
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In September 1960, an excavation was conducted in the eastern wing of the crypt in ‘Akkko (map ref. unknown), under the direction of Ze’ev Yeivin. The remains of buildings were exposed, which were dated to the Hellenistic or Roman period.
Giv’At Nesher 11/1957, Emanuel Anati
Giv’At Nesher 11/1957, Emanuel Anati
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In September 1957, a trial excavation was conducted a Giv’at Nesher (map ref. unknown), following the discovery of a burial cave during the construction of a road and a sewage channel. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by A. Anati with the assistance of workers provided by the Kishon employment bureau.
Narbata, Ma’Anit 24/1956, Fritz Berger
Narbata, Ma’Anit 24/1956, Fritz Berger
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1956, an excavation was conducted in Narbata, near Kibbutz Ma’anit (map ref. 2030/7060). The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by F. Berger and S. Ben Aryeh. A burial cave was exposed. Two decorated sarcophagi were found inside the burial chamber. The cave was dated to the Roman period.
Jerusalem, Katamon 29/1955, Yohanan Aharoni
Jerusalem, Katamon 29/1955, Yohanan Aharoni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In August 1955, an excavation was conducted in the Katamon neighborhood of Jerusalem (Map ref. unknown), following the discovery of a burial cave during the digging of a sewage channel in the Amidar housing complex. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by Y. Aharoni.
Jerusalem, Mount Herzl 1/1954, Emanuel Anati
Jerusalem, Mount Herzl 1/1954, Emanuel Anati
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1954, an excavation was conducted on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem (map ref. 21707/63147). The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by E. Anati. A burial cave that was dated to the Fist Temple period was discovered. The cave had also been in use during the Second Temple period. The excavation file contains drawings of pottery vessels that were found in accumulations inside the cave. No finds were registered in the National Treasures.
Jerusalem, Qiryat Ha-Yovel 19/1954, Levi Yitzhak Rahmani
Jerusalem, Qiryat Ha-Yovel 19/1954, Levi Yitzhak Rahmani
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1954, a trial excavation was conducted at the Qiryat Ha-Yovel neighborhood in Jerusalem (map ref. 2168/6301), following the discovery of pottery and a lamp during the digging of pits in a private yard. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by L.Y. Rahmani. Two perpendicular walls were exposed, that were built of hard lime stones and nari (calcrete). Pottery was found at the foot of one of the walls, most of which was dated to the Byzantine period and a few to the Roman period.
Kibbutz Ha-Ma‘Apil 28/1954, Jacob Ory
Kibbutz Ha-Ma‘Apil 28/1954, Jacob Ory
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In August 1954, a salvage excavation was conducted at Kibbutz Ha-Ma‘apil (map ref. 1986/6983), following the construction of the Kibbutz dining room . The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by J. Ory. Four rectangular cist tombs were exposed, some of which were damaged by the construction work on the site. The tombs, which were oriented in a north–south direction, were built of soft limestone that was dressed on the inner side. The covering stone (0.6 × 0.7 cm, thickness 0.25 cm) of one of the tombs was found. Few finds were discovered inside …
Bet SheʽAn, Tel Iztabba 1/1953, Nehemya Zori
Bet SheʽAn, Tel Iztabba 1/1953, Nehemya Zori
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1953, an excavation was conducted near Tel Iztabba in Bet She'an (map ref. unknown), under the direction of N. Zori. Based on the plans and photographs in the excavation file, a mosaic floor decorated with geometric patterns was found c. 250 m west of the Kiri Maria monastery, adjacent to the route of the Roman–Byzantine wall of Bet She'an. Near the floor was a mausoleum and a coffin inside which were bones and skulls.
Hadera Cemetery 9/1953, Fritz Berger
Hadera Cemetery 9/1953, Fritz Berger
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In April 1953, an excavation was conducted at the Hadera cemetery (map ref. 1934/7041), following the discovery of a Roman mausoleum during the digging of a grave. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by F. Berger with the assistance of A. Hiram (surveying and drawing) and J. Ori (photography). The report was written by R. Bar-Natan.
Motza 17/1951, Yoseph Leibovich
Motza 17/1951, Yoseph Leibovich
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In March 1951, an excavation was conducted in Motza, near the main road leading from Jerusalem northwest (map ref. unknown). A rampart bordering the road was removed in the excavation. Along the road, mosaics were discerned.
Tiberias, Shikun Olim 25/1951, Bezalel Ravni
Tiberias, Shikun Olim 25/1951, Bezalel Ravni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In November 1951, a trial excavation was conducted in the ‘Shikun Olim’ housing complex in Tiberias (map ref. unknown), following the discovery of a mosaic floor during the digging of a sewage channel east of the complex. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by B. Ravni. The excavators noticed that the floor was incomplete and excavated further to the west to check for additional remains. The mosaic floor extended over two adjacent rooms, possibly further in rooms that were not excavated.
Khirbat Umm Juna 27/1951, Bezalel Ravni
Khirbat Umm Juna 27/1951, Bezalel Ravni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In July 1951, a trial excavation was conducted at Khirbat Umm Juna, south of Kibbutz Deganya A (map ref. 2537/7336). The excavation was conducted following the discovery of a sarcophagus by members of the Kibbutz, during the digging of pits for planting trees. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by B. Ravni.
Tiberias 45/1951, Bezalel Ravni
Tiberias 45/1951, Bezalel Ravni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In July 1951, a salvage excavation was conducted in Tiberias, in the area between the Muslim cemetery in the north and the Sewage Treatment plant in the south (map ref. unknown). The excavation began under the direction of M. Dothan and continued under the direction of B. Ravni. The finds in the northern part of the excavated area (the Muslim cemetery) included clay pipes bearing remnants of plaster, large fieldstones, sections of basalt and marble columns, a cistern, walls and floors. A stone vessel was also found, and below it the base of a marble oven or kiln, around and …
Haifa 36/1950, 3/1951, Moshe Prausnitz
Haifa 36/1950, 3/1951, Moshe Prausnitz
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In October 1950 and January 1951, trial excavations were conducted in Haifa, following the laying of sewer pipes from Dolphin Street to the Hospital (map ref. unknown). The pipeline extended straight to the Haifa port seawall. The excavations, on behalf of the Department of Antiques and Museums, were directed by M. Prausnitz. Occupation layers that were dated to the Roman, Byzantine, Islamic, Crusader and Mamluk periods were exposed.
Tiberias, Shikun Olim Alef 20/1950, Bezalel Ravni
Tiberias, Shikun Olim Alef 20/1950, Bezalel Ravni
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In October–November 1950, a salvage excavation was conducted in “Shikun Olim Alef” (the “Olim A” housing complex) in Tiberias (map ref. unknown), under the direction of B. Ravni. The excavation was carried out following the digging of pits for the buildings’ foundations. The remains of structures built of large basalt stones with a filling of small stones set in white plaster were discovered. The structures were dated by the excavator to the Early Islamic period, based on the pottery found inside them. A system of clay pipes was found in one of the pits. A single clay pipe and a …
Jerusalem, Tel Arza 9/1950, Yohanan Landau
Jerusalem, Tel Arza 9/1950, Yohanan Landau
Favissa: Past Archaeological Excavation Reports
In 1950, an excavation was conducted in the Tel Arza neighborhood of Jerusalem (map ref. 218/633), following the discovery of two tombs during foundation work for the 'Kerem Avraham' building complex. The excavation, on behalf of the Department of Antiquities and Museums, was directed by Y. Landau. Two tombs were exposed.