Denarius - Hadrian COS III; Spes
| 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#255247 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes advancing left, holding flower and lifting robe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS III
Translation:
Consul Tertium.
Consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the goddess Spes (Latin for "hope") on the reverse, which was a common motif in Roman coinage during the reign of Hadrian. The image of Spes was meant to symbolize the hope for a prosperous and peaceful future, and it was often depicted with a flower or a torch, representing the light and life that hope brings. The use of this imagery on the coinage of Hadrian's reign reflects the emperor's focus on promoting stability and prosperity throughout the empire.
