- Roman Empire. HADRIAN. August 11, 117 – July 10, 138 C.E.
- Bronze sestertius of 25.7 grams, 33 mm. Struck c120-121 C.E.
- Obverse, laureate and draped bust of Hadrian.
- IMP CAESAR TRAIANVS HADRI ANVS AVG P M TR P COS III
- Reverse, Libertas (goddess of freedom) enthroned, holding a branch and scepter. LIBERTAS PVBLICA S C. (Public freedom, decree of the senate).
- Rome mint.
- Near EF Condition, beautiful example, magnificent patina
- Authenticity Guaranteed
🪙Roman Empire, HADRIAN, ruled from August 11, 117, to July 10, 138 C.E. This bronze sestertius, weighing 25.7 grams and measuring 33 mm in diameter, was struck around 120-121 C.E. at the Rome mint. The obverse features a laureate and draped bust of Hadrian with the inscription “IMP CAESAR TRAIANVS HADRIANVS AVG PM TR P COS III,” indicating his titles as Emperor, Pontifex Maximus, holder of tribunician power, and consul for the third time. The reverse depicts Libertas, the goddess of freedom, enthroned, holding a branch and scepter, symbolizing public freedom, with the inscription “LIBERTAS PVBLICA SC” (Public Liberty, by decree of the Senate). The coin is in near EF (Extremely Fine) condition, showcasing a beautiful example of the era with a magnificent patina. Authenticity is guaranteed.
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