Denarius - Hadrian ROMA; Roma
Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 137-138 |
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 |
Numista | N#256787 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, wearing Amazon-style short tunic, standing left, holding Victory and spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA
Translation: Rome.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (ROMA; Roma) 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 is a personification of the city of Rome. The coin was widely used throughout the Roman Empire and is considered a symbol of Roman power and influence during that time period.