Dupondius or As - Hadrian (RESTITVTORI ASIAE S C; Asia) (130-133) front Dupondius or As - Hadrian (RESTITVTORI ASIAE S C; Asia) (130-133) back
Dupondius or As - Hadrian (RESTITVTORI ASIAE S C; Asia) (130-133) photo
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Dupondius or As - Hadrian RESTITVTORI ASIAE S C; Asia

 
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
130-133
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#256314
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hadrian standing left, holding scroll and raising kneeling Asia, holding rudder.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
RESTITVTORI ASIAE
S C

Translation:
Restitutori Asiae. Senatus Consultum.
To the restorer of Asia. 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 an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his extensive travels throughout the empire, including Asia, which is represented on the coin by the legend "RESTITVTORI ASIAE" (Restorer of Asia). This coin was minted during his reign (130-133 AD) and was likely used in everyday transactions throughout the empire.