Hadrian uncertain eastern mint Genius

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  1. Okidoki

    Okidoki Well-Known Member

    Hi all,

    Reference.
    Strack *31; cf RIC 173 (no PP)

    Obv. HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS P P
    Bare head right.

    Rev. COS III
    Genius sacrificing left from patera over flaming altar, holding cornucopiae.

    2.9 gr
    18 mm

    also specimen without altar, shown by our Martin (maridvnvm) on FORVM

    $_57 (1).JPG
     
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  3. Mikey Zee

    Mikey Zee Delenda Est Carthago

    Very attractive example OKI !!!
     
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  4. Mat

    Mat Ancient Coincoholic

    Great looking coin for a Eastern, Eric.
     
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  5. Bing

    Bing Illegitimi non carborundum Supporter

    Very nice!
     
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  6. TIF

    TIF Always learning.

    Oki, that is gorgeous!
     
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  7. David Atherton

    David Atherton Flavian Fanatic

    A most attractive coin with a beautiful portrait.
     
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  8. Aidan_()

    Aidan_() Numismatic Contributor

    A very eye appealing piece Oki. ;)
     
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  9. Sallent

    Sallent Live long and prosper

    It's nice to see a coin of Hadrian where the beard details are still sharp. Hadrian doesn't look quite the same without the beard.
     
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