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Hadrian (76–138; Roman emperor 117–138). Coin, 119–138, Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC–476), weight 9.35 g. Obverse: Bust of Hadrian with laurel wreath facing right; rim inscription: HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS. Reverse: A galley sailing left with people rowing; rim inscription: COS; bottom: SC.

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Photo12/Liszt Collection

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LZT26A67_481

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Keywords

Hadrian 76–138 Roman emperor 117–138 Coin 119–138 Rome Roman Empire 27 Bc–476 weight 9.35 g Obverse Bust laurel wreath facing right rim inscription Hadrianvs Avgvstvs Reverse galley sailing left people rowing Cos bottom Sc worn round coin aged textured surface showing raised profile person figure detailed hair beard wears draped garment visible neck shoulder coin displays irregular edges small chips indentations beaded rim perimeter surface mix dark brown gray greenish patina lighter metallic highlights relief worn creating mottled areas contrast across portrait background.