© CC | BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität
© CC | BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität
Dupondius or As - Hadrian ADVENTVI AVG HISPANIAE S C; Hispania
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 130-133 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256240 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, raising hand and holding scroll; facing him, Hispania standing left, holding patera and olive branch; between them, altar, usually with bull at the base.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ADVENTVI AVG HISPANIAE
S C
Translation:
Adventui Augusti Hispaniae. Senatus Consultum.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor (Augustus) to Hispania. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his extensive travels throughout the empire, including Hispania (present-day Spain and Portugal), which is where this coin was minted. The coin's inscription, "ADVENTVI AVG HISPANIAE S C," translates to "The arrival of the emperor in Hispania," highlighting Hadrian's visit to the region. This coin is a tangible reminder of the Roman Empire's vast reach and influence during its time.
