HADRIAN, A.D. 117-138. AV Aureus (7.13 gms), Rome Mint, A.D. 118. NGC VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
RIC-39 var. (bust type); Calico-1205@. Obverse: IMP CAESAR TRAIAN HADRIANVS AVG, laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right, wearing balteus / P M TR P COS II / CONCORD, Concordia seated left on throne, holding patera and resting arm upon statuette of Spes; cornucopia below throne. A vibrant and lively example of the moderately circulated type, exhibiting some even handling throughout. RARE bust type with the balteus.
Estimate: $3000.00 - $4500.00