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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Hadrian PATIENTI AVGVSTI COS III; Patientia
| 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 | 128-129 |
| 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#255468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Patientia seated left, extending hand and holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PATIENTI AVGVSTI
COS III
Translation:
Patientia Augusti, Consul Tertium.
Patience of the emperor (Augustus), consul for the third time.
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 Patientia on the reverse, which is fitting since the name Patientia is also part of the coin's inscription. Patientia was a virtue in ancient Roman culture, representing the ability to endure hardships and difficulties without complaint or anger. The inclusion of this image and inscription on the coin may suggest that the Roman Empire valued this virtue and wanted to promote it among its citizens.
