Denarius - Hadrian CLEMENTIA AVG P P COS III; Clementia
| 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 | 129-130 |
| 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#255510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clementia standing left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLEMENTIA AVG P P
COS III
Translation:
Clementia Augusti. Pater Patriae, Consul Tertium.
Clemency of the emperor (Augustus). Father of the nation, consul for the third time,
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (CLEMENTIA AVG P P COS III; Clementia) 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 altogether. Despite this, Hadrian's coinage continued to be minted during his absences, with the CLEMENTIA AVG P P COS III; Clementia coin being one example of this. This coin's design features the goddess Clementia on the reverse, which was a common motif during Hadrian's reign. Clementia was the goddess of clemency and mercy, and her presence on the coin may have been intended to convey Hadrian's desire to show clemency to his subjects.
