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Denarius - Hadrian AFRICA; Africa
| 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 | 130-133 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#255977 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Africa, wearing elephant scalp, reclining left, holding scorpion and cornucopia, leaning on rocks with elbow; usually to left, basket of corn or fruits.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AFRICA
Translation: Africa.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (AFRICA; Africa) 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 took him to North Africa, where he visited the province of Africa (now modern-day Tunisia) and minted this coin as a way to commemorate his visit. The coin's design features the image of Hadrian on one side and the goddess Africa on the other, highlighting the importance of the African province to the Roman Empire.
