ROMAN EMPIRE
HADRIAN, A.D. 117-138. Bronze Sestertius (27.77 gms), Rome Mint, ca. A.D. 120-122.
RIC-612b. "IMP. CAESAR TRAIANVS HADRIANVS AVG. P. M. TR. P. COS. III." His laureate bust right cuirassed; Reverse: "P. M. TR. P. COS. III. S. C." Spes standing left holding flower and raising the hem of her skirt. Fine style with a wonderful portrait. Sharply struck, dark brown patina, fields smoothed.EXTREMELY FINE.
Estimate: $1500