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Denarius - Lucius Aelius CONCORDIA; Concordia
137 year| 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 |
| Year | 137 |
| 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#257047 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Concordia standing left, resting on column, holding patera and (usually double) cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA
Translation: Harmony.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Lucius Aelius (CONCORDIA; Concordia) 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 was the first Roman emperor to visit Britain, and he also made significant changes to the Roman currency during his reign, including the introduction of new coinage designs and the standardization of coin weights and denominations. The CONCORDIA (Concordia) symbol on the coin represents the Roman goddess of harmony and unity, and was likely included to promote the idea of unity and cooperation among the Roman people.
