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Denarius - Sabina VENERI GENETRICI; Venus
| Silver | 3.5 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 136-138 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#257011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Venus standing right, arranging drapery and holding apple.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VENERI GENETRICI
Translation:
Veneri Genetrici.
To mother Venus.
Comment
Diameter varies: 17–18 mm;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Sabina coin features an image of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, on its reverse side. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his love of Greek culture and art. The inclusion of Venus on the coin may have been a nod to the cultural exchange and influence between Rome and Greece during this time period.
