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Hadrian Aureus (Obverse)
Description:
The obverse features a bust of Emperor Hadrian Augustus Caesar, facing right, wearing a laurel wreath. The reverse features a she-wolf standing right, suckling the twins Romulus and Remus.
Category
Coins and Paper Money
Reference Number
00454
Maker/Artist
Roman
Materials
Gold
Time Period
125-128 A.D.
Additional Information: Front inscription: HADRIANVS AV...TUS; Back inscription: COS III