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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Hadrian FORT REDVCI; Fortuna
| 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 | 133-135 |
| 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#256492 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Fortuna seated left, holding rudder and cornucopia; either behind or under seat, corn.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORT REDVCI
Translation:
Fortuna Reduci.
Fortune returns.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on one side, and Emperor Hadrian on the other. This coin was minted during Hadrian's reign (133-135 AD) and was widely used throughout the Roman Empire. The image of Fortuna on the coin symbolizes the prosperity and good fortune that the Roman Empire experienced during Hadrian's rule.
