Aureus - Hadrian ADVENTVI AVG ITALIAE; Italia
| 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 | 130-133 |
| 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#256042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, raising hand in address and holding scroll; facing him, Italia, standing left, holding patera and cornucopia; between them, altar; at foot of altar, bull.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVENTVI AVG ITALIAE
Translation:
Adventui Augusti Italiae.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor (Augustus) to Italy.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the personification of Italy, Italia, seated on a rock, with a small figure of the goddess Victory standing next to her. This design was introduced by Hadrian as part of his efforts to promote the cult of the Roman state and reinforce the idea of Rome as the center of the empire. The coin's design and symbolism reflect the political and ideological themes of the time, and offer a glimpse into the cultural and religious practices of ancient Rome.
