© CC | BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität
© CC | BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität
Denarius - Hadrian ADVENTVS AVG; Roma
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 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 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma standing right, holding spear and clasping hands with Hadrian, standing left, holding scroll.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ADVENTVS AVG
Translation:
Adventus Augusti.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (ADVENTVS AVG; Roma) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), who was known for his extensive travels throughout the Roman Empire. In fact, Hadrian's travels were so extensive that he was absent from Rome for extended periods of time, leading to rumors that he had abandoned the city. To quell these rumors, Hadrian had the inscription "ADVENTVS AVG" (meaning "the arrival of the emperor") added to the coin, emphasizing his return to Rome and his continued connection to the city. This coin is a tangible reminder of the complexities of Roman politics and the ways in which emperors used propaganda to shape public opinion.
