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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius or As - Hadrian IVSTITIA AVG COS III P P S C; Justitia
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 129-130 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#255740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Justitia seated left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IVSTITIA AVG COS III P P
S C
Translation:
Iustitia Augusti, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Justice of the emperor (Augustus), consul for the third time, father of the nation, 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 the goddess Justitia (Iustitia) on the reverse, which represents the Roman concept of justice. The image of Justitia was used to symbolize the rule of law and the idea that the emperor's authority was based on the principles of justice and fairness. This coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), who was known for his legal reforms and his efforts to promote justice and order throughout the empire.
