HADRIAN, A.D. 117-138. AR Cistophorus (10.49 gms), Hierapolis Mint, A.D. 128-138. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Overstruck.
RIC-482; RSC-285; RPC-3, 1395. Obverse: Bareheaded, draped, and cuirassed bust right; Reverse: Apollo standing right, holding plectrum and lyre. these overstruck eastern issues, often presenting rather crude appearances, can be plagued by poorer overall features. This example, however, offers a solid portrait of Hadrian with great hair detail.
Estimate: $200.00- $300.00