Denarius - Hadrian FORTVNA AVG; 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#256490 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna standing left, holding patera and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA AVG
Translation:
Fortuna Augusti.
Good fortune of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (FORTVNA AVG; Fortuna) coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This image was chosen by Emperor Hadrian himself, who was known for his fascination with Greek culture and mythology. The inclusion of Fortuna on the coin was a nod to the idea that the Roman Empire's prosperity and success were dependent on the whims of the gods.
