Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS II IVSTITIA; Justitia
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#254692 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Justitia seated left on throne, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P COS II
IVSTITIA
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Iustitia.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Justice.
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 goddess Justitia (Lady Justice) on the reverse side, which symbolizes the importance of justice and fairness during the reign of Emperor Hadrian.
