Lot 78: Hadrian. A.D. 117-138. AR denarius. Rome mint, struck A.D. 134-138. Fine.

AUCTION: Sale 286 - US Sale

Description

Hadrian. A.D. 117-138. AR denarius (3.01 g, 16.6 mm). Rome mint, struck A.D. 134-138. HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P, bare head right / TELLVS STABIL, Tellus standing left, holding plough and rake; two grain ears below. RIC 276, BMCRE 738, RSC 1425. Fine. This coin type is the only example of the goddess Tellus on a Roman coin.

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 78
Listing #: 193828
Closed: Thursday, August 23, 2012 5:51:20 PM CT
Estimate: $75

Sold Winning Bid: $70
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Description

Lot Details

Offered By: VAuctions
Lot #: 78
Listing #: 193828
Closed: Thursday, August 23, 2012 5:51:20 PM CT
Estimate: $75