Denarius - Hadrian (COS III; Hercules) (125-127) front Denarius - Hadrian (COS III; Hercules) (125-127) back
Denarius - Hadrian (COS III; Hercules) (125-127) photo
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Denarius - Hadrian COS III; Hercules

 
Silver 3.2 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
125-127
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
References
Numista
N#255311
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hercules, naked, seated right on cuirass, resting club on shields and holding Victory.

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; Hercules) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Salus on the reverse side, who is depicted standing and holding a snake. This image symbolizes the importance of health and well-being during the reign of Emperor Hadrian.