ANCIENT THEMES. Hadrian. AD 117-138. Cast Æ “Sestertius –Medallion” (27mm, 29.34 g, 12h). Paduan type. Later cast after Giovanni da Cavino, 1500-1570. VF.Electronic Auction 565 World Medals, Bronze Sold For $ 100. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ANCIENT THEMES. Hadrian. AD 117-138. Cast Æ “Sestertius –Medallion” (27mm, 29.34 g, 12h). Paduan type. Later cast after Giovanni da Cavino, 1500-1570. HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P, bareheaded and draped bust right, seen from front / Arched bridge surmounted by four columns, each topped by statue. Johnson & Martini 1680-4. Brown surfaces, cleaning marks, some pitting and porosity. VF. Medium quality cast. |