Denarius - Hadrian (PARTHIC DIVI TRAIAN AVG F P M TR P COS P P CONCORD; Concordia) (117) front Denarius - Hadrian (PARTHIC DIVI TRAIAN AVG F P M TR P COS P P CONCORD; Concordia) (117) back
Denarius - Hadrian (PARTHIC DIVI TRAIAN AVG F P M TR P COS P P CONCORD; Concordia) (117) photo
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Denarius - Hadrian PARTHIC DIVI TRAIAN AVG F P M TR P COS P P CONCORD; Concordia

117 year
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
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
References
Numista
N#254585
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Concordia seated left on throne, holding patera and resting on figure of Spes; cornucopia under throne.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PARTHIC DIVI TRAIAN AVG F P M TR P COS P P
CONCORD

Translation:
Parthici Divi Traian Augusti Filius, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul, Pater Patriae. Concordia.
Son of the conqueror of the Parthians, divine emperor (Augustus) Trajan, high priest, holder of tribunician power, consul, father of the nation. Harmony.

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 Concordia on the reverse side, which symbolizes unity and harmony within the Roman Empire. This is significant because it highlights the importance of unity and cooperation during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.