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Aureus - Hadrian RESTITVTORI ACHAIAE; Achaea
| 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 | 130-133 |
| 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#256047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing left, holding scroll and raising kneeling Achaea; between them, vase with palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: RESTITVTORI ACHAIAE
Translation:
Restitutori Achaiae.
To the restorer of Achaea.
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 the inscription "RESTITVTORI ACHAIAE" (Restorer of Achaea), reflects Hadrian's efforts to restore and promote the culture of Achaea, a region in ancient Greece. This coin is a tangible representation of the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman Empire, and it provides a unique insight into the cultural and historical context of the time.
