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Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III SALVS 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 | 119-120 |
| 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#254761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Salus, seated left, holding patera, feeding snake coiled around altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
P M TR P COS III
SALVS 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 SALVS AVG; Salus) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Salus, who was revered as the embodiment of safety, security, and well-being. The inclusion of Salus on the coin highlights the importance of her role in Roman society and underscores the desire of the Roman Empire to promote a sense of stability and prosperity through their currency.
