| Numismatica Ars Classica > Auction 144 with CNG & NGSA | Auction date: 8 May 2024 |
| Lot number: 1065 Price realized: This lot is for sale in an upcoming auction - Bid on this lot  | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: The Geoffrey Cope Collection of Ancient Greek and Roman Bronzes. The Roman Empire. Hadrian augustus, 117 – 138. Description As, Roma 130-133, Æ 27 mm, 12.42 g. HADRIANVS – AVG COS III P P Bare head and draped bust r. Rev. AFRIC – A Africa, wearing elephant headdress, reclining l., holding scorpion and cornucopiae; in l. field, basket of corn and in exergue, S C. Reference C 143. BMC 1712. RIC 1616. Condition In exceptional condition for the issue. A very elegant portrait of fine style and a wonderful enamel-like green patina. Good extremely fine Provenance NAC sale 23, 2002, 1561 Estimate: 5000 CHF |  |
