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Denarius - Hadrian PARTHIC DIVI TRAIAN AVG F P M TR P COS P P 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#254592 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax standing left, holding branch and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PARTHIC DIVI TRAIAN AVG F P M TR P COS P P
PAX
Translation:
Parthici Divi Traian Augusti Filius, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul, Pater Patriae. Pax.
Son of the conqueror of the Parthians, divine emperor (Augustus) Trajan, high priest, holder of tribunician power, consul, father of the nation. 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 an unusual representation for a Roman coin. Pax is depicted standing, holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace and authority. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire. The image of Pax on this coin may have been intended to reinforce Hadrian's message of peace and unity.
