Denarius - Lucius Aelius TR POT COS II SALVS; 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#257058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus seated left, holding patera; to left, altar with snake coiled around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TR POT COS II
SALVS
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Salus.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Health.
Comment
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. That's a remarkable longevity for a coin, especially considering the many changes that took place in Rome during that time!
