Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS DES II PAX; Pax
117 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 | 117 |
| 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#254661 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P COS DES II
PAX
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Designatus Secundum. Pax.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul elect for the second time. Peace.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR P COS DES II PAX; Pax) (117) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse side, which represents peace and harmony. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the Roman Empire.
