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Aureus - Hadrian ADVENTVI AVG ALEXANDRIAE; Alexandria
| Gold | 7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 130-133 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, raising hand in address and holding scroll; facing him, Alexandria, standing left, holding patera and situla; between them, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVENTVI AVG ALEXANDRIAE
Unabridged legend: Adventui Augusti Alexandriae.
Translation: Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor (Augustus) to Alexandria.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian (ADVENTVI AVG ALEXANDRIAE; Alexandria) (130-133) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the personification of the city of Alexandria, Egypt, which was an important center of trade and culture in the Roman Empire. The reverse inscription, "ADVENTVI AVG ALEXANDRIAE," translates to "The Advent of the Emperor to Alexandria," highlighting the significance of the city and the emperor's visit. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatics and represents a fascinating piece of history.
