Dupondius or As - Lucius Aelius and Hadrian HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P
137 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 137 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#257133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Hadrian, draped, right, viewed from rear or side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P
Translation:
Hadrianus Augustus, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
Hadrian, emperor (Augustus), consul for the third time, father of the nation.
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 love of Greek culture. He was also known for his architectural projects, including the construction of the Pantheon in Rome.
