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Aureus - Hadrian // DISCIPLINA AVG
| Gold | 7 g | 19 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 | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian, sometimes veiled, advancing right, holding scroll; following him, three soldiers.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
// DISCIPLINA
AVG
Unabridged legend: Disciplina Augusti.
Translation: Discipline of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian (// DISCIPLINA AVG) (130-133) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the personification of Disciplina, the Roman goddess of discipline, holding a scepter and a shield. This design was introduced by Emperor Hadrian as part of his efforts to promote military discipline and order within the Roman Empire. The coin's design and message were meant to convey the importance of discipline and order in maintaining the empire's power and prosperity.
