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Aureus - Hadrian IVSTITIA AVG; Justitia
136 year| 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 |
| Year | 136 |
| 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#256670 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Justitia seated left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IVSTITIA AVG
Unabridged legend: Iustitia Augusta.
Translation: Justice, the venerable.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian (IVSTITIA AVG; Justitia) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Justitia (Justice) on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD). The image of Justitia was meant to symbolize the idea of justice and fairness, which was an important value in Roman society. The coin's design was likely intended to convey the message that the Roman Empire was a just and fair society, with the emperor as its leader and protector.
