Dupondius or As - Hadrian FELICITAS AVGVSTI S C; Felicitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, holding scroll and clasping hands with Felicitas, standing left, holding caduceus.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FELICITAS AVGVSTI
S C
Translation:
Felicitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
The good fortune of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius or As coin with Hadrian's image is that it was used to promote the idea of "Felicitas," or happiness, which was a central theme in Hadrian's reign. The coin's inscription, "FELICITAS AVGVSTI S C," translates to "Happiness of the Augustus," referring to the emperor's role as the bringer of happiness and prosperity to the Roman people. This coin was part of a larger propaganda effort by Hadrian to create a cult of personality around his rule and to promote the idea of a happy and prosperous Roman Empire under his leadership.
