Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR POT; Aequitas) (130-138) front Denarius - Hadrian (P M TR POT; Aequitas) (130-138) back
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Denarius - Hadrian P M TR POT; Aequitas

 
Silver 3.2 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
130-138
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
References
Numista
N#257429
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Aequitas standing left, holding scales and cornucopia.

Script: Latin

Lettering: P M TR POT

Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate.
High priest, holder of tribunician power.

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 Aequitas, who represents fairness and justice, on the reverse side. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman society during the reign of Emperor Hadrian.