Denarius - Hadrian TRANQVILLITAS AVG COS III; Tranquillitas
| 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 | 128-129 |
| 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#255471 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tranquillitas standing left, holding sceptre and resting arm on column.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TRANQVILLITAS AVG
COS III
Translation:
Tranquillitas Augusti, Consul Tertium.
Tranquility of the emperor (Augustuts), consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (TRANQVILLITAS AVG COS III; Tranquillitas) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), who was known for his extensive travels throughout the Roman Empire. In fact, Hadrian's travels were so extensive that he was absent from Rome for extended periods of time, leading to the minting of coins like the Denarius - Hadrian (TRANQVILLITAS AVG COS III; Tranquillitas) that featured the image of the emperor and his titles, but not his portrait. This was a departure from the traditional Roman coinage that featured the emperor's portrait, and it reflects the unique circumstances of Hadrian's reign.
