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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Hadrian VENERIS FELICIS; Venus
| 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#256817 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Venus seated left, holding Cupid and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERIS FELICIS
Translation:
Veneris Felicis.
To the joy of Venus.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Hadrian (VENERIS FELICIS; Venus) coin features a unique image of the Roman goddess Venus on the reverse side, which is not commonly found on other coins of the same era.
