HADRIAN, A.D. 117-138. Egypt, Alexandria. AE Drachm (24.38 gms), dated RY 18 (A.D. 133/4). NGC Ch VF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Deposits.

RPC-III, 5915; K&G-32.603; Dattari (Savio)-1996. Obverse: Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right; Reverse: Sphinx seated left, wearing kalathos on head and resting forepaw upon wheel to left; L I H (date) across field. A popular and impressive type, this example exhibits some scattered deposits upon its rather deeply hued surfaces.

Estimate: $300 - $500