Denarius - Hadrian P M TR P COS III; Victory
| 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#254960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory flying right, holding trophy in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS III
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III; Victory) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its victories over foreign enemies. The coin's design was likely intended to promote the idea of Roman supremacy and to reinforce the notion that the Roman Empire was a powerful and dominant force in the ancient world.
