© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Quadrans S C; Hercules
| Bronze | 2.6 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Traianus) (98-117) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 114-117 |
| Value | 1 Quadrans = ¼ As = 1⁄64 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253675 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Club upright.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.81–3.52 g;Diameter varies: 13–16 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin featuring Hercules was part of a larger series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (114-117 AD) that depicted various deities and mythological figures. The use of Hercules on this coin may have been intended to promote the idea of Roman strength and power, as Hercules was a legendary figure known for his bravery and heroism.
