© British Museum
© British Museum
Quinarius Aureus - Hadrian P M TR P COS III; Victory
| Gold | 3.4 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 120-121 |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#254892 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory seated left, holding wreath and palm.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS III
Unabridged legend: Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium.
Translation: High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Quinarius Aureus - Hadrian (P M TR P COS III; Victory) coin is that it features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Hadrian (117-138 AD). The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "P M TR P COS III," which stands for "Pater Patriae, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul III," which translates to "Father of the Country, Tribunician Power, Consul for the third time." This inscription highlights Hadrian's status as a powerful and influential leader in the Roman Empire.
