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Aureus - Hadrian VOT PVB; Genius
| 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 | 133-135 |
| 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#256511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius of the Senate standing right, holding sceptre; genius of the Roman people standing left, holding patera and cornucopia; between them, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VOT PVB
Unabridged legend: Vota Publica.
Translation: The vows (prayers) of the public.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Aureus - Hadrian (VOT PVB; Genius) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD) and features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (VOT) on the reverse side, along with the letters "PVB" which stand for "Pater Patriae" or "Father of the Country." This coin was an important symbol of Roman imperial power and was used to promote Hadrian's image as a powerful and benevolent leader.
