Aureus - Hadrian VENERI GENETRICI; Venus
130 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 | 130 |
| 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#255926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus standing left, holding Victory and spear, resting on shield depicting Gorgon.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI GENETRICI
Translation:
Veneri Genetrici.
To mother Venus.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Aureus - Hadrian (VENERI GENETRICI; Venus) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD) and features a depiction of the goddess Venus on the reverse side. The coin was made of gold and weighed 7.27 grams, which was a significant amount of gold at the time. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the wealth and power of the Roman Empire, and it was likely used for large transactions or as a symbol of status.
