Heritage World Coin Auctions > New York Signature Sale 458 | Auction date: 6 January 2008 |
Lot number: 50046 | |
Lot description: Judaea, Aelia Capitolina (Jerusalem). Hadrian. 117-138 C.E. Æ (23.5 mm). 136 C.E. Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / Hadrian, as priest-founder, plowing with yoked oxen right; vexillum behind. Meshorer, Aelia Capitolina 2; Hendin 810. XF40 ICG. A choice example of this first coinage of Jerusalem after its refounding as Aelia Capitolina under Hadrian. An important and highly sought-after coin. From The Madison Collection. Estimate: 800-1000 USD |