Lot 3581
Hadrian, 117-138 AD. Gold Aureus (7.31 g), Rome, struck 134-138 AD. Among the scarcest variety of the "Egypt" issues. Laureate and draped bust left. Reverse: Figure of Egypt reclining left, holding sistrum, arm upon basket, ibis at left: AEGYPTOS. RIC 296j; C. 98; Calico 1186. Sharply struck with high relief portrait in choice style. Pleasing example of very popular type. Choice Very Fine.
Estimated Value $6,500 - 7,500.
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| Realized $8,050 |
