Coin: Sestertius with Head of Hadrian (obv) and Roma with Victory (rev)
| Issuing Authority | Roman Emperor Hadrian |
|---|---|
| Culture | Roman |
| Title | Coin: Sestertius with Head of Hadrian (obv) and Roma with Victory (rev) |
| Date | Ca. 119-122 CE |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | Overall: 1 5/16 in. (3.3 cm) Weight: 0.8 oz. (22.71 g) Axis: 6:00 |
| Credit Line | Gift of Virginia Zeani in memory of Nicola Rossi-Lemeni, Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University |
| Accession Number | 94.164 |
| This artwork is currently off display. You may be able to see this artwork by filling out an art viewing room request. | |
Description:
Obverse: Laureate, draped bust of Hadrian, facing right. Inscription around.
Reverse: Helmeted and cuirassed Roma seated left, holding Victory and spear. Left foot sits on a helmet, shield behind. Inscription around.
Inscriptions:
Obverse: IMP CAESAR TRAIANUS HADRIANUS AVG
Reverse: PONT MAX TR POT COS III S C.
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"Coin: Sestertius with Head of Hadrian (obv) and Roma with Victory (rev) | Collections Online." Collections Online. Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Museum of Art, Indiana University, 2025. https://artmuseum.indiana.edu/collections-online/browse/object.php?number=94.164