Aureus - Hadrian P M TR P COS III; Jupiter
| 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#255067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter seated left, holding thunderbolt and sceptre.
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 the Aureus - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III; Jupiter) coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman god Jupiter on one side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD). This coin, in particular, was minted during Hadrian's third consulship (121-123 AD) and is made of gold, weighing 7.27 grams. The inclusion of Jupiter on the coin highlights the importance of Roman mythology and the imperial cult during this time period.
