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Dupondius or As - Hadrian ADVENTVS AVG S C; Roma
| Bronze | 11.37 g | 24.00 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 133-135 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.37 g |
| Diameter | 24.00 mm |
| Thickness | 3.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256552 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, holding scroll and greeting Roma, standing left, holding spear.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ADVENTVS AVG
S C
Translation:
Adventus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Dupondius or As coin featuring Emperor Hadrian (AD 133-135) was part of a significant monetary reform during his reign. Hadrian introduced a new currency system that replaced the previous system based on the denarius, and the dupondius was one of the new coin denominations introduced. This coin was equivalent to two sestertii or one-half of a denarius, and it was used for everyday transactions. The coin's design featured the emperor's image on one side and the goddess Roma on the other, symbolizing the Roman Empire's power and influence.
