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© The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Quadrans S C; Hercules
| Bronze | 2.6 g | 15.5 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 | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#253678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Boar right with head down.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.97–3.37 g;Diameter varies: 14–16 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quadrans coin featuring Hercules was part of a series of coins issued by the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (114-117 AD) to commemorate the mythological heroes of Rome. The coin's design depicts Hercules holding a club and wearing a lion's skin, symbolizing his strength and bravery. The use of Hercules on the coin was meant to promote the idea of Roman power and dominance, as well as to emphasize the emperor's role as a strong and capable leader.
