Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III LIBERAL AVG III) (120-121) front Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III LIBERAL AVG III) (120-121) back
Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III LIBERAL AVG III) (120-121) photo
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Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III LIBERAL AVG III

 
Silver 2.9 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
120-121
Value
1 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.9 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#254863
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Hadrian seated left on platform, extending hand toward a citizen; citizen advancing right, holding out fold of toga.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
P M TR P COS III
LIBERAL AVG
III

Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium. Liberalitas Augusti Tertia.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time. The third liberality of the emperor (Augustus).

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, who was known for his extensive travels throughout the empire and his efforts to promote Greek culture and architecture. The coin's design, which includes a portrait of Hadrian and various symbols and inscriptions, reflects the cultural and political influences of the time.