Caption

sestertius, Hadrian (76–138; Roman emperor 117–138); bronze coin, weight 26.65 g, Rome, 134–138. Obverse: bust of Hadrian facing right in drapery; rim inscription: HADRIANVSAVG. Reverse: Hadrian in a toga stands facing right on a platform, addressing three soldiers — first holds a legionary badge with an eagle, second holds a shield and standard without an eagle, third holds a shield; banner visible in background; on the sides: SC; inscription at the bottom: obliterated.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A38_208

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Keywords

sestertius Hadrian 76–138 Roman emperor 117–138 bronze coin weight 26.65 g Rome 134–138 Obverse bust facing right drapery rim inscription Hadrianvsavg Reverse toga stands facing right platform addressing three soldiers first holds legionary badge eagle second holds shield standard third holds banner visible background sides Sc inscription bottom obliterated image round worn coin raised profile person's head surface textured pitted visible wear coin displays mix brown dark brown rusty reddish tones patches lighter golden-brown darker almost black areas head short wavy hair defined nose mouth chin worn softened age coin edge uneven slightly irregular faint raised shapes markings perimeter appearance aged corroded.