ANCIENT THEMES. Hadrian. AD 117-138. Cast Æ "Sestertius –Medallion" (36mm, 22.13 g, 12h). Paduan type. Mid quality cast after Giovanni da Cavino, (1500-1570). HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P, bareheaded and draped bust right, seen from front / Arched bridge surmounted by four columns, each topped by statue. Johnson & Martini 1680-4. Brown surfaces, cleaning marks, some pitting and porosity. VF.
From the Cabinet of Dr. Arnold R. Saslow.