Dupondius or As - Sabina and Hadrian HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P
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 | 136-138 |
Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
Composition | Bronze |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#257026 |
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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 a rare representation of the Roman empress Sabina, who was known for her beauty and intelligence. She was the wife of Emperor Hadrian and played an important role in his reign, often accompanying him on military campaigns and acting as a diplomat on his behalf. Her image on the coin is a testament to her influence and importance in Roman society at the time.