Caption

Denarius, Hadrian (76–138; Roman Emperor 117–138). Obverse: Emperor's head with a laurel wreath facing right, inscription HADRIANVS AVG COS III PP. Reverse: FIDES PVBLICA standing turned right, hands holding ears of corn, left arm holding a basket with fruit. Imperial busts; iconography of Fides (Fidelity) with agricultural attributes. Hoard find (Golub). Date: 134–138. Roman Empire (27 BC–476). Rome. Coin; weight 3.04 g; axis 180 degrees.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A50_111

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Keywords

Denarius Hadrian 76–138 Roman Emperor 117–138 Obverse Emperor's head laurel wreath facing right inscription HADRIANVS AVG COS III PP Reverse Fides Pvblica standing turned right hands holding ears corn left arm holding basket fruit Imperial busts iconography Fides Fidelity agricultural attributes Hoard find Golub Date 134–138 Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 Rome Coin weight 3.04 g axis 180 degrees worn circular metal coin raised profile person's head showing facial features short hairstyle irregular notches chips edge surface areas smooth wear rough texture Colors visible include brown dark brown greenish tinges small highlights pale metallic hue.