Denarius - Hadrian ASIA; Asia
| 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 |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#255994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Asia standing left, resting foot on prow, holding reaping hook and rudder.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ASIA
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Hadrian (ASIA; Asia) coin is that it features a unique reverse design that depicts the personification of Asia, represented as a female figure holding a scepter and a small statue of a lion. This design was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's expansion into Asia and the emperor Hadrian's efforts to promote the cult of the Roman state religion in the eastern provinces.
