coin; sestertius

Description
Bronze sestertius of Hadrian found at Mumrills Roman fort. Slightly worn.
Obverse: Laureated draped bust of Hadrian facing right. IMP.CAESAR TRAIANVS HADRIANVS AVG.P.M.TR.P.COS.III
Reverse: Liberty seated facing left holding a sceptre in her left hand and a laurel branch in her right. LIBERTAS PVBLICA/ S.C.
RIC.583.
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Signature & date

obverse:embossing:"IMP.CAESAR TRAIANVS HADRIANVS AVG.P.M.TR.P.COS.III"
reverse:embossing:" LIBERTAS PVBLICA/ S.C."

Measurement type, part and reading

Dimensions:0 - Whole:Dia 3.1cm (Dia 1 1/4")

Field collection reference number

MM13-001/T04

Accession number

2013-017-001

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