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Denarius - Lucius Aelius TR POT COS II; Pietas
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#257067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas standing left, raising hand and holding incense box; to left, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II
Unabridged legend: Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum.
Translation: Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time.
Comment
The difference between RIC 2641 and 2644 is that Pietas is standing left in the former and right in the latter.Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin was used for over 400 years, making it one of the longest-used coins in ancient Rome. It was first introduced during the reign of Emperor Augustus in 27 BC and remained in circulation until the fall of the Roman Empire in 395 AD. During this time, the design and materials used in the coin changed significantly, with different emperors and their families being featured on the coin. Despite its long usage, the Denarius coin remained a popular and trusted form of currency throughout the Roman Empire.
