THE OBVERSE
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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.

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