Æ - Hadrian (128-129) front Æ - Hadrian (128-129) back
Æ - Hadrian (128-129) photo
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Æ - Hadrian

 
Bronze 3.42 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Seleucia Pieria (Syria)
Emperor
Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
128-129
Currency
Denarius (49 BC to AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.42 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#364613
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Laurel-branch.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΕΤΟ(ΥϹ) ΖΟΡ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his extensive travels throughout the empire and his love of Greek culture. This coin was minted during his reign (128-129 AD) in the city of Seleucia Pieria, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient world. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively common metal at the time, this coin is still considered a valuable artifact for collectors and historians today.