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Aureus - Hadrian P M TR P COS II CONCORD; Concordia and Spes
118 year| Gold | 7.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 118 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#254680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia seated left on throne, holding patera and resting on figure of Spes; cornucopia under throne.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P COS II
CONCORD
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Concordia.
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Harmony.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian coin is that it features the goddess Concordia on one side and the goddess Spes on the other. Concordia represents harmony and unity, while Spes represents hope and optimism. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the Roman Empire. The presence of these two goddesses on the coin may symbolize the emperor's desire to promote unity and hope among the Roman people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (118) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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