Aureus - Hadrian P M TR P COS III; Hercules
| 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 | 121-123 |
| 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#255130 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules standing front in dustyle temple, head right, resting on club and holding apples (?); flanking him in the temple, two female figures (Hesperides?); flanking steps, prow left, and river god, bearded, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS III
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Hadrian, who was known for his love of Greek culture and his efforts to promote it throughout the empire. The coin's design, which includes an image of Hercules, reflects Hadrian's interest in Greek mythology and his desire to associate himself with the heroes of Greek legend.
