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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Hadrian SPES P R; Spes
| 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 | 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#256810 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Spes advancing left, holding flower and robe.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES P R
Translation:
Spes Populi Romani.
Hope of the Roman people.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (SPES P R; Spes) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Spes (meaning "hope" in Latin) on the reverse side, which is unusual for a Roman coin. Most Roman coins of that time period featured images of gods, emperors, or other symbols of power and authority. The inclusion of Spes on this coin may suggest that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of hope and optimism during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD).
