Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Hadrian

Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

117-138

Roman, minted in Alexandria, Egypt

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays Emperor Hadrian. The back (reverse) depicts a bust of Helios facing right.

Status: Currently Off View
Department: Arts of the Ancient Mediterranean and Byzantium

Artist: Ancient Egyptian
Title: Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Hadrian
Origin: Egypt
Date: 117 CE–138 CE
Medium: Billon
Dimensions: Diam. 2.4 cm; 12.30 g
Credit Line: Gift of Robert L. Grover
Reference Number: 1980.839
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