© 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 IVDAEAE S C; Judea
| 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#256256 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, raising hand and holding scroll; facing him, Judaea standing left, holding patera and incense box; between them, altar, usually with bull at the base; at Judaea's feet, two or three children.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ADVENTVI AVG IVDAEAE
S C
Translation:
Adventui Augusti Iudaeae. Senatus Consultum.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor (Augustus) to Judea. 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 and his efforts to promote cultural and religious tolerance. The coin was minted during his reign (130-133 AD) and features an inscription that highlights his role as the "ADVENTVI AVG IVDAEAE S C," or the "Protector of the Jews." This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that acknowledges the Jewish community and highlights the emperor's efforts to promote religious tolerance.
