Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III CONCORD; Concordia and Spes
| 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 | 119-120 |
| 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#254768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia seated left on throne, holding patera and resting on figure of Spes; cornucopia under throne, sometimes double cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P COS III
CONCORD
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium. Concordia.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time. Harmony.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Emperor Hadrian (P M TR P COS III CONCORD; Concordia and Spes) was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana. This period, which lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD, saw a significant expansion of Roman trade, culture, and infrastructure, and the Denarius coin played an important role in facilitating economic transactions during this time.