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Denarius - Hadrian TELLVS STABIL; Tellus
| 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 | 133-135 |
| 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#256529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Tellus standing left, holding plough and usually hoe or rake; to right, growing corn.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TELLVS STABIL
Translation:
Tellus Stabilita.
The earth firmly established.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (TELLVS STABIL; Tellus) coin from Rome, minted between 133-135 AD, features an image of Tellus, the Roman goddess of the earth, on its reverse side. This coin is notable for being one of the first Roman coins to depict a female deity, highlighting the importance of Tellus in Roman mythology and religion.
