Denarius - Hadrian (ROMA FELIX; Roma) (130-138) front Denarius - Hadrian (ROMA FELIX; Roma) (130-138) back
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Denarius - Hadrian ROMA FELIX; Roma

 
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
Years
130-138
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#257415
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Roma seated left, holding Victory and spear.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ROMA FELIX

Translation:
Roma Felix.
Happy Rome.

Comment

Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Denarius - Hadrian coin is that it features a rare and unique design element. The obverse side of the coin depicts the emperor Hadrian wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes the sun god Apollo. This design was only used on a small number of coins during Hadrian's reign, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.