Watch List notes:

EGYPT. Alexandria. Hadrian, 117-138. Drachm (Bronze, 36 mm, 28.42 g, 12 h), RY 15 = 130/1. ΑΥΤ ΚΑΙ ΤΡΑΙ ΑΔΡΙΑ CЄΒ Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Hadrian to right, seen from behind. Rev. L IE Hadrian driving quadriga to right, holding scepter in his left hand and extending his right towards Alexandria standing left, extending her right hand and holding vexillum in her left. Dattari (Savio) 1595. Emmett 966.15. K&G 32.510. RPC III 5780. Somewhat rough, otherwise, very fine.


From a European collection, formed before 2005.

This issue was struck to commemorate Hadrian's visit to Egypt in 130.