The Roman Empire
Hadrian augustus, 117 – 134. Aureus 119-122, AV 7.45 g. IMP CAESAR TRIA – N HADRIANVS AVG Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. P M TR – P COS III Roma helmeted seated l. on cuirass, holding Victory in r. hand and spear in l.; behind, shield and quiver. C 1104 var. (not draped and cuirassed). BMC 133. RIC 77c. Calicó 1334.
A pleasant portrait and a lovely reddish tone. About extremely fine
Ex Noble sale 91, 2009, 3371. From the collection of a retired banker.