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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Hadrian COS III; Genius
| 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 | 128-130 |
| 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#257314 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius standing left, holding patera and cornucopia; to left, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS III
Translation:
Consul Tertium.
Consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (COS III; Genius) coin features an image of the Roman emperor Hadrian on one side and the personification of the genius of Rome on the other. The coin was minted during Hadrian's third consulship (128-130 AD) and is considered a rare and valuable artifact among collectors of ancient Roman coins.
