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RIC 872f of Hadrian

RIC_0872f

Lot No.2116. Fine and rated Rare by RIC. 25.9g.

$ 175. Hadrian issued numerous types to commemorate his visits to the provinces. This is among the most collected series in ancient numismatics.

Hadrian (119-138 AD) had a great respect for Greek culture, which was looked at with disdain by the Roman aristocracy in his own time, but his thoughtful consolidation of the empire and support of the arts make him one of the most admired of Roman emperors today.