Aureus - Hadrian FORT REDVCI; Fortuna
| 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#256482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, holding scroll and clasping hands with Fortuna, standing left, holding cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORT REDVCI
Translation:
Fortuna Reduci.
Fortune returns.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian (FORT REDVCI; Fortuna) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Fortuna on one side, while the other side bears the image of Emperor Hadrian. This coin was minted during Hadrian's reign (117-138 AD) and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
