Denarius - Hadrian COS III; Pudicitia
| 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 | 126-127 |
| 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#255363 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pudicitia, veiled, standing right, holding veil and other arm across body.
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 reverse side of the coin features the goddess Pudicitia, who is depicted standing right, holding a patera (a shallow offering dish) in her right hand and a scepter in her left. This image represents the Roman value of pudicitia, or modesty, which was a key virtue in Roman culture, especially for women. The inclusion of this image on the coin highlights the importance of this value in Roman society during the reign of Emperor Hadrian.
