Lot 3541
Hadrian, AD 117-138. Gold Aureus (7.15 g) minted at Rome, c. AD 125-128 or later. Laureate head right of Hadrian with slight drapery on left shoulder. Reverse: She-wolf left suckling twins. RIC 193; C. 422. Attractive high relief portrait with some luster remaining. Choice Very Fine or better.
The legendary founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus, are depicted in classic pose as infants.
Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000.
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| Realized $8,050 |
