Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III LIBERAL AVG III; Liberalitas
| 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 | 120-121 |
| 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#254873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian seated left on platform, extending hand toward attendant, seated left, distributing to a citizen; citizen, ascending steps before platform; behind, statue (?) of Liberalitas standing facing, holding coin scoop.
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 goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. The inclusion of this image on the coin suggests that the Roman Empire under Emperor Hadrian's rule (117-138 AD) valued these qualities and sought to promote them through their currency.
