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Denarius - Hadrian FIDES PVBLICA; Fides
136 year| 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 |
| Year | 136 |
| 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#256657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Fides standing right, holding corn ears and dish of fruits.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FIDES PVBLICA
Translation:
Fides Publica.
Loyalty of the public.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Hadrian (FIDES PVBLICA; Fides) coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Fides, who represents loyalty and fidelity. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his military conquests and administrative reforms, but also for his devotion to the Roman gods and goddesses. The image of Fides on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's commitment to upholding the values of loyalty and trust, which were considered essential for the well-being and prosperity of the empire.
