Dupondius or As - Hadrian (RESTITVTORI HISPANIAE; Hispania) (130-133) front Dupondius or As - Hadrian (RESTITVTORI HISPANIAE; Hispania) (130-133) back
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Dupondius or As - Hadrian RESTITVTORI HISPANIAE; Hispania

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
130-133
Value
Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius (1⁄16)
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#256357
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Hadrian standing left, holding scroll and raising kneeling Hispania, holding olive branch; between them, rabbit.

Script: Latin

Lettering: RESTITVTORI HISPANIAE

Unabridged legend: Restitutori Hispaniae.

Translation: To the restorer of Hispania.

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 Hispania (present-day Spain and Portugal), which is where this coin was minted. The coin's inscription, "RESTITVTORI HISPANIAE," translates to "Restorer of Hispania," highlighting Hadrian's efforts to strengthen and improve the region's infrastructure and economy.