Denarius - Hadrian (IMP HADRIAN DIVI NER TRAIAN OPT FIL REST) (118) front Denarius - Hadrian (IMP HADRIAN DIVI NER TRAIAN OPT FIL REST) (118) back
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Denarius - Hadrian IMP HADRIAN DIVI NER TRAIAN OPT FIL REST

118 year
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
Year
118
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#257252
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hadrian standing left, sacrificing over altar.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IMP HADRIAN DIVI NER TRAIAN OPT FIL
REST

Translation:
Imperator Hadrianus, Divi Nervae Traiani Optimi Filius Restituit.
Supreme commander (Imperator) Hadrian, son of the divine and best Nerva Trajan, has restored [this coin].

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).