Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Hadrian
128-132
Bronze
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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026
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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG
The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the radiate head of Emperor Hadrian, facing to the right. The back (reverse) depicts the deity Hilaritas (Happiness) stands between a boy and a girl, while holding a large palm and cradling a cornucopia.
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