Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III; Oceanus
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#255075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oceanus, usually with crab claw horns, reclining left, holding anchor (rarely trident or sceptre) and leaning on dolphin (or sea monster).
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS III
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium.
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Emperor Hadrian (P M TR P COS III; Oceanus) was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing significant changes. Hadrian was known for his extensive travels throughout the empire, and he introduced a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the economy and military. One of these reforms was the introduction of a new currency system, which included the Denarius coin. The coin was made of silver and weighed 3.2 grams, and it featured an image of Hadrian on one side and the god Oceanus on the other. The coin was used widely throughout the empire and remains a popular collector's item today.