Caption

Hadrian (76–138; Roman emperor 117–138). Coin (Roman Empire, 134–138, Rome). Obverse: head of Hadrian in laurel wreath facing right; rim inscription: HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS. Reverse: Tyche seated on a rock facing left, wearing a long robe, holding ears of corn in her right hand, resting her left hand on a rock; a river god flowing below her to the left; rim inscription obliterated; letters S C on both sides of the figure. Weight: 9.20 g.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A67_444

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Keywords

Hadrian 76–138 Roman emperor 117–138 Coin Roman Empire 134–138 Rome Obverse head laurel wreath facing right rim inscription Hadrianvs Avgvstvs Reverse Tyche seated rock left wearing long robe holding ears corn right hand resting left hand river god flowing rim inscription obliterated letters S C sides figure Weight 9.20 g round worn coin embossed profile person's head showing stylized hairstyle facial features coin's surface textured uneven areas wear corrosion Visible colors include dark brown greenish patina hints reddish-brown muted gold raised areas coin edge slightly irregular background plain white.