| Numismatica Ars Classica > Auction 144 with CNG & NGSA | Auction date: 8 May 2024 |
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| Lot description: The Geoffrey Cope Collection of Ancient Greek and Roman Bronzes. The Roman Empire. Hadrian augustus, 117 – 138. Description Drachm, Alexandria 129-130 (year 14), Æ 35 mm, 27.63 g. ΑΥΤ ΚΑΙ ΤΡΑΙ ΑΔΡΙΑ CЄΒ Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. L I – Δ The Dioscuri standing facing, heads turned toward each other, each holding horse by the reins in the one hand and spear in the other; above, crescent. Reference Dattari- Savio 1685 Gessein 1012 K&G 32.482 (this coin) RPC online 5741.7 (this coin). Condition Rare and in exceptional condition for the issue, possibly the finest specimen known. Lovely green patina and about extremely fine Provenance Provenance M&M-Leu sale 21-22 1966, Niggeler, 703 Sternberg sale 21, 1988, 412 CNA sale 13, 1990, Wetterstrom, 51 Estimate: 1500 CHF |  |
