Denarius - Hadrian (FELICITATI AVG COS III P P) (129-130) front Denarius - Hadrian (FELICITATI AVG COS III P P) (129-130) back
Denarius - Hadrian (FELICITATI AVG COS III P P) (129-130) photo
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Denarius - Hadrian FELICITATI AVG COS III P P

 
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
129-130
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#255577
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ship, left, sometimes with figurehead (Triton?).

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FELICITATI AVG
COS III P P

Translation:
Felicitati Augusti, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
To the good fortune of the emperor (Augustus), consul for the third time, father of the nation.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Hadrian, who was known for his extensive travels throughout the empire and his efforts to promote Greek culture and architecture. The coin's design, which includes a portrait of Hadrian and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and political influences of the Roman Empire during his reign (117-138 AD).