Caption

Denarius, Hadrian (76–138; Roman emperor 117–138). Obverse: emperor's head in a laurel wreath facing right, inscription 'ADRIANVS AVGVSTVS'. Reverse: Roma seated on armor and shield facing right, holding a spear in her left hand and a parazonium in her right; a sphere beneath the line. Date: 125–128. Roman Empire (27 BC–476). Rome. Coin; weight 2.87 g; axis 180°.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_105

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Keywords

Denarius Hadrian 76–138 Roman emperor 117–138 Obverse emperor's head laurel wreath facing right inscription Adrianvs Avgvstvs Reverse Roma seated armor shield holding spear left hand parazonium sphere beneath line Date 125–128 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 2.87 g axis 180° worn round metal coin irregular edge showing raised profile person's head relief facing coin's surface mainly gray areas darker brownish patina small spots green corrosion faint raised decorative elements worn grooves surround portrait coin scuffs dents surface texture variations age.