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Aureus - Hadrian COS III; Romulus and Remus
| 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 | 124-125 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#255246 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
She-wolf and twins right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COS
III
Unabridged legend: Consul Tertium
Translation: Consul for the third time
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome, on one side, and Emperor Hadrian on the other. This coin was minted during Hadrian's third consulship (COS III) in 124-125 AD, and it highlights the importance of Roman mythology and the emperor's role in promoting the empire's values and ideals. The use of gold for this coin also signifies the wealth and power of the Roman Empire during this period.
