Aureus - Hadrian
| Gold | 7.27 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 137-138 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.27 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
VOTA / SVSCE / PTA within a wreath.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian (137-138) coin is that it features a portrait of Emperor Hadrian on one side and a depiction of the goddess Venus on the other. This coin was minted during Hadrian's reign, which lasted from 117 to 138 AD, and it was used as a means of payment and a symbol of the Roman Empire's power and wealth. The coin's gold content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after currency during its time.
