Hadrian. Gold Aureus (6.94 g), AD 117-138 About VF. Rome, ca. AD 134-138. HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P, bare-headed bust right, slight drapery on far shoulder. Reverse: SPES P R, Spes advancing left, holding flower and hem of skirt. Cf. RIC 274 (no drapery); BMC 732, note; Calicó 1380. About Very Fine. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500
From the Aurora Family Collection.