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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Hadrian ADVENTVS AVG; Roma
| 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 | 133-135 |
| 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#256469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated right on pile of armor, holding spear and clasping hands with Hadrian, standing left, holding scroll.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVENTVS AVG
Translation:
Adventus Augusti.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian (ADVENTVS AVG; Roma) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the personification of the Roman Empire, Roma, seated on a throne, holding a scepter and a shield. This design was introduced by Emperor Hadrian, who ruled from 117 to 138 AD, and it became a standard motif on Roman coins for centuries to come.
