© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Dupondius - Hadrian COS III S C; Salus
| Orichalcum | 12.5 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 126-127 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Orichalcum |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#255393 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Salus seated left, holding out patera to feed snake; to left, altar with snake coiled around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COS III
S C
Translation:
Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius coin featuring Emperor Hadrian (COS III S C; Salus) from the Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Orichalcum is interesting because it showcases the advanced metallurgical skills of the ancient Romans. Orichalcum, a bronze-like alloy, was prized for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for coins that were meant to circulate widely and be used in everyday transactions. The fact that this coin has survived for centuries and is still in good condition today is a testament to the quality of the materials and craftsmanship used in its production.
