Denarius - Hadrian PARTH F DIVI NER NEP P M TR P COS PAX; Pax
117 year| 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 |
| Year | 117 |
| 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#254636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PARTH F DIVI NER NEP P M TR P COS
PAX
Translation:
Parthici Filius, Divi Nervae Nepos, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul. Pax.
Son of the conqueror of the Parthians, grand-son of the divine Nerva, high priest, holder of tribunician power, consul. Peace.
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 Pax (Irene in Greek) on the reverse, which is fitting since the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.
