BITHYNIA, Koinon of Bithynia. Hadrian. AD 117-138. AR Cistophorus (27mm, 10.63 g, 7h). Nicomedia mint. NGC Ch VF, 5/5, 3/5, Fine Style.

Triton XXIX
Lot: 468. Estimated: $ 750

Roman Provincial, Silver

Sold For $ 1 250. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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BITHYNIA, Koinon of Bithynia. Hadrian. AD 117-138. AR Cistophorus (27mm, 10.63 g, 7h). Nicomedia mint. IMP CAES TRA H ADRIANO AVG P P, laureate and draped bust right / Octastyle temple on podium of three steps, figure standing in pediment, holding scepter in right hand; on roof, two Nikai at the corners, spread quadriga at apex; ROM S P AVG in entablature, COM BIT across field. RPC III 970A/970D (obv./rev. [pediment decorated differently]); Metcalf, Cistophori –. In NGC encapsulation 5746448-066, graded Ch VF, Strike: 5/5, Surface: 3/5, Fine Style.


The final winners of all Triton XXIX lots will be determined at the live public sale that will be held on 13-14 January 2026.

Triton XXIX – Session Two – Lot 302-613 will be held Tuesday afternoon, 13 January 2026 beginning at 2:00 PM ET.

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