Dupondius or As - Hadrian RESTITVTORI HISPANIAE S C; Hispania
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#256352 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing left, 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 was known for his extensive travels throughout the empire and his efforts to strengthen its borders. The coin was minted during his reign (130-133 AD) and features an inscription that translates to "Restorer of Hispania," reflecting Hadrian's efforts to restore order and stability to the Roman province of Hispania (modern-day Spain and Portugal).
