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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Hadrian COS III FORT RED; Fortuna
| 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 | 128-129 |
| 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#255441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Fortuna seated left, holding rudder on globe and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COS III
FORT RED
Translation:
Consul Tertium. Fortuna Redux.
Consul for the third time. Fortune that brings back (the emperor in safety),
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (COS III FORT RED; Fortuna) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Fortuna on the reverse side, which is quite fitting since Fortuna was the goddess of luck, prosperity, and good fortune. The inclusion of her image on the coin may have been a way to convey the idea that the Roman Empire was blessed with good fortune under the leadership of Emperor Hadrian.
