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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Hadrian ITALIA; Italia
| 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 | 130-133 |
| 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#256023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Italia standing left, holding sceptre and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ITALIA
Translation:
Italia.
Italy.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Hadrian (ITALIA; Italia) (130-133) coin is that it features a portrait of Emperor Hadrian on the obverse (front side), which is unusual for Roman coins of that time period. Most coins from that era featured depictions of gods, goddesses, or other mythological figures. The fact that Hadrian's portrait was included on the coin suggests that he may have been holding a special place in the hearts of the Roman people or that he was trying to promote his own image and legacy.
