Quadrans - Hadrian (AELIANA PINCEN SIA or AELIANA PINCENSIA) (128-129) front Quadrans - Hadrian (AELIANA PINCEN SIA or AELIANA PINCENSIA) (128-129) back
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Quadrans - Hadrian AELIANA PINCEN SIA or AELIANA PINCENSIA

 
Bronze 3.8 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
128-129
Value
1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.8 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#255504
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Inscription within a wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AELIANA
PINCEN
SIA or AELIANA
PINCENSIA

Translation:
Aeliana Princensia
Games in honour of Aelius Hadrianus (Aeliana) in Pincum.

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 promote Greek culture and architecture. The coin's design, which includes a portrait of Hadrian on one side and a depiction of the goddess Aelia on the other, reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during his reign.