Denarius - Hadrian COS III; Libertas
| 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 | 124-125 |
| 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#255253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Libertas standing left, holding pileus and vindicta.
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; Libertas) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Libertas on the reverse side, which is unusual for a Roman coin. Libertas was a goddess of freedom and was often depicted with a liberty cap, a symbol of freedom, on her head. This image was a powerful statement during the reign of Hadrian, who was known for his policies that promoted the idea of Roman citizenship and the rule of law. The inclusion of Libertas on the coin may have been a way to emphasize the idea that the Roman Empire was a place where freedom and democracy were valued.