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Denarius - Hadrian COS III; Hercules
Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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 |
Numista | N#255311 |
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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.