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Dupondius or As - Hadrian HADRIANVS AVG III P P
136 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 136 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256758 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Hadrian, draped, right, viewed from rear or side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HADRIANVS AVG III P P
Translation:
Hadrianus Augustus, [Consul] Tertium, Pater Patriae.
Hadrian, emperor (Augustus), [consul for] the third [time], father of the nation.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dupondius or As coin featuring Hadrian (HADRIANVS AVG III P P) from Rome, Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) made of Bronze is that it was minted during the reign of Hadrian, who was known for his extensive travels throughout the empire and his efforts to promote Greek culture and architecture. This coin, which was used for everyday transactions, features an image of Hadrian on one side and a depiction of the Roman goddess Salus on the other, highlighting the blending of Roman and Greek cultural influences during this time period.
