Lot 2557
Hadrian, AD 117-138. Gold Aureus originally minted at Rome, AD 125-128, mounted in a modern 18-karat necklace with pendant bezel. Laureate head right of Hadrian with slight drapery on shoulder. Reverse: She-wolf left, suckling twins. RIC 193. Some minor marks and scratches here and there. Choice Very Fine.
Eminently wearable, the mount is signed "JOBIN" and is fashioned in an ancient Roman/Ottoman manner, ornately pierced. The ancient aureus is held by its bezel mount and six prongs. The length of the chain is 23¼ inches and the total weight is 38.77 grams.
Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000.
Ex Stack's 10 I 11 sale, lot 140.
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