Dupondius or As - Hadrian MONETA AVG S C; Moneta
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#256740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Moneta standing left, holding scales and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA AVG
S C
Translation:
Moneta Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
The mint of the emperor. 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 pay soldiers' salaries and civil servants' wages.