Dupondius or As - Hadrian RESTITVTORI HISPANIAE S C; Hispania
Bronze | - | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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 |
Numista | N#256346 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, holding scroll and raising kneeling Hispania, holding olive branch; between them, rabbit.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RESTITVTORI HISPANIAE
S C
Unabridged legend: Restitutori Hispaniae. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: To the restorer of Hispania. 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 is known for his extensive travels throughout the Roman 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.