Denarius - Hadrian ROMA FELIX; Roma
130 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 | 130 |
| 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#255912 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated left, holding branch and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA FELIX
Translation:
Roma Felix.
Happy Rome.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD) and features an image of the goddess Roma on the reverse side, which represents the city of Rome and its prosperity. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of Rome as a powerful and prosperous empire, and it was widely circulated throughout the Roman Empire. Despite its small size, the coin is a significant artifact of ancient Roman history and culture.
