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Æ35 - Hadrian L ΙΔ
| Issuer | Alexandria (Egypt) |
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| Year | 129-130 |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Obverse description | Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Emperor Hadrian facing right, depicted with characteristic curled beard and hair rendered in the Hadrianic style. The effigy is shown from a three-quarter front perspective, with the paludamentum draped over the left shoulder and the cuirass visible at the breast. The Greek imperial legend is disposed in two arcs across the upper and lower fields flanking the portrait. The engraving reflects the accomplished die-cutting typical of the Alexandrian mint workshop under Hadrian. |
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| Reverse description | Athena standing facing, head turned to left, clad in chiton, peplos, and aegis, wearing a crested Corinthian helmet. In her extended right hand she holds a small figure of Nike, and with her left arm she supports a large round shield resting at her side. The regnal date legend L ΙΔ (Year 14) is disposed in the field to either side of the figure, serving as the principal dating element of this Alexandrian issue. The composition is bold and well-centered, consistent with the classical revival aesthetic promoted under Hadrian's reign. |
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| Mintage | ND (129-130) |
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