Denarius - Lucius Aelius TR POT COS II; Salus
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#257072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus standing left, holding patera and sceptre; to left, altar with snake coiled around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Denarius - Lucius Aelius (TR POT COS II; Salus) (137) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Salus on the reverse side, which is fitting since Lucius Aelius was known for his efforts to improve public health and sanitation during his reign as Roman Emperor.
