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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#255982 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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, who was known for his love of Greek culture and his efforts to promote it throughout the Roman Empire. As a result, the coin features a depiction of the goddess Africa, who was a symbol of the African continent and its riches. The coin's design was meant to highlight the wealth and prosperity of the Roman Empire and its territories.
