Hadrian, 117-138 Sestertius Rome circa 121-123, Æ 33.00 mm., 27.30 g.
Laureate and cuirassed bust r., cropped of its pteryges shoulder straps. Rev. Spes advancing l.,, holding flower and raising hem of skirt. C 1154 var. (also draped). RIC 680.
Brown tone, scratches and metal flaws on reverse, otherwise Very fine
From the collection of a Mentor.
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