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Aureus - Hadrian VIRTVTI AVG; Virtus
136 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 | 136 |
| 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#256706 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Virtus standing right, resting foot on helmet, holding spear and parazonium.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVTI AVG
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti.
To the courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Hadrian (VIRTVTI AVG; Virtus) coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Hadrian on one side and the personification of Virtus (Virtue) on the other. This coin was minted during Hadrian's reign (117-138 AD) and was considered a high-denomination coin, with a value of 25 silver denarii. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea that Hadrian's rule was characterized by virtue and strength.
