![Denarius - Hadrian ([ADVENTVS] AVGVSTI; Roma) (130-138) front](/no-image-1.svg)
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Denarius - Hadrian [ADVENTVS] AVGVSTI; 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 | 130-138 |
| 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#257394 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma standing right, holding shield and clasping hands with Hadrian, standing left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: [ADVENTVS] AVGVSTI
Translation:
Adventus Augusti.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian 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 AVGVSTI" (The Arrival of the Emperor) added to the coin, emphasizing his return to Rome and his continued leadership of the empire.