Dupondius - Hadrian VIRTVTI AVGVSTI S C; Virtus
| 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 | 119-120 |
| 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#254843 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Virtus standing right, resting foot on helmet, holding spear and parazonium.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVTI AVGVSTI
S C
Translation:
Virtuti Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
To the courage of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Hadrian coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD) and features an image of the goddess Virtus on the reverse side, which represents the virtue and moral excellence that the Roman Empire aimed to uphold. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of Roman values and ideals, highlighting the importance of virtues like courage, justice, and wisdom in Roman society.
