Hadrian, 117-138. Denarius (Silver, 19 mm, 3.00 g, 6 h), uncertain mint in the East, circa 130-135. HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS P P Laureate and draped bust of Hadrian to right. Rev. AFRICA Africa, wearing elephant-skin headdress, reclining left against rock, holding scorpion in her right hand and cornucopiae in her left; at her feet, basket of fruits. BMC -. RIC 3135. Strack -. Extremely rare. Minor marks and with light deposits, otherwise, good fine.
From the collection of Eric ten Brink, ex Savoca 108th Silver Auction, 31 July 2021, 481.
Price realized | 55 CHF |
Starting price | 50 CHF |