Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III SAL AVG; Salus
| 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#255117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus standing left, holding patera over altar to left (sometimes snake-entwined) and spear or sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P COS III
SAL AVG
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium. Salus Augusti.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time. Health of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III SAL AVG; Salus) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was associated with safety, security, and well-being. The inclusion of Salus on the coin may suggest that Hadrian, the Roman emperor at the time, was emphasizing the importance of these values during his reign (121-123 AD).