Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III; Genius
| 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 | 121-123 |
| 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#255085 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius standing left, sacrificing with patera over altar and holding cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS III
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time.
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 on one side and the personification of the Roman genius, or guardian spirit, on the other. This design was a common motif in Roman coinage during Hadrian's reign and was meant to symbolize the emperor's role as the protector and guide of the Roman people.
