Ancient and Islamic Coins, Antiquities

Hadrian, Sestertius, c. 119-23, laureate draped and cuirassed bust right, rev. Minerva standing left dropping incense onto candelabrum and holding spear, shield on ground, 29.48g (RIC II 668). Fields scratched, good fine, portrait better
£120-£150

Provenance: P. Webb Collection, Vecchi Auction 5 (London), 5 March 1997, lot 540