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Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Hadrian

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Description

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the Emperor Hadrian, facing to the left. On the back (reverse), the demi-god Triptolemos is depicted facing right in a biga (chariot) drawn by two serpents.

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  • ARTIC-id 142045 tier-2
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