Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
August 2021 ANA Auction 16-21 Aug 2021
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HADRIAN, A.D. 117-138. AV Aureus (7.25 gms), Rome Mint, ca. A.D. 130. NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Fine Style.
RIC-1436; Calico-Unlisted. "Travel" series. Obverse: Laureate and draped bust left; Reverse: Nilus reclining left, holding cornucopia and resting arm upon head of sphinx right; to left, hippopotamus standing right; below, crocodile standing right. A VERY RARE and engaging type meant to anthropomorphize the Nile River, this piece exhibits mild handling and remains charming and entirely problem free.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
RIC-1436; Calico-Unlisted. "Travel" series. Obverse: Laureate and draped bust left; Reverse: Nilus reclining left, holding cornucopia and resting arm upon head of sphinx right; to left, hippopotamus standing right; below, crocodile standing right. A VERY RARE and engaging type meant to anthropomorphize the Nile River, this piece exhibits mild handling and remains charming and entirely problem free.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Coin Galleries (10/2010) Lot # 201.
Estimate: $7000 - $10000