

Hadrian (117-138). AR Denarius, Rome mint, c. 130-3 AD,. Obv. HADRIANVS - AVG COS III P P. Laureate head right,. Rev. AEGYPTOS. Egypt reclining left, holding sistrum and resting elbow on basket of fruit, ibis on ground at her feet. RIC II 297. 3.42 g. 17.00 mm. R. Rare. Sound metal, superb portrait and lovely light iridescent toning. About EF.