roman-empire-c-119-122-ad-item
DenominationSestertius
Country / EmpireRoman Empire
Obverse DesignLaureate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Emperor Hadrian facing right. Inscription typically HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P (Hadrian Augustus, Consul for the third time, Father of the Country).
Reverse DesignBritannia seated on a rock, often holding a spear and shield, with a foot resting on a globe or helmet. Inscription typically BRITANNIA or ADVENTVS AVG BRITANNIAE.
