HADRIAN, A.D. 117-138. AV Aureus (6.98 gms), Rome Mint, ca. A.D. 130-133. NGC VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Fine Style. Slight Bend.
RIC-1492; Calico-1191. "Travel" series. Obverse: Bare head left; Reverse: Africa reclining left, leaning upon a rock, holding scorpion and cornucopia; basket of grain ears to left. Fairly well handled and with a minor bend, but a solid rendition of this popular provincial series.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Ex: Coin Galleries (7/2002) Lot # 26.
Estimate: $2000 - $4000