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A Roman Provincial silver hemidrachm of Hadrian, struck at Caesarea in Cappadocia during regnal Year 4, dating it to AD 120/121. Hadrian’s reign is remembered for imperial travel, consolidation, and the strengthening of Rome’s frontiers. The obverse shows Hadrian in draped and cuirassed bust right. The reverse features Nike walking right, a classic symbol of victory and divine favor. Attribution: Hadrian, AD 117–138 AR Hemidrachm Caesarea, Cappadocia Date: Year 4 = AD 120/121 Obv: AVTO KAIC TΡAI AΔΡIANOC CEBACT — draped, cuirassed bust right Rev: ET-Δ — Nike walking right Ref: Sydenham 256.1