Quinarius - Hadrian MONETA AVG; Moneta
136 year| Silver | 1.7 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 136 |
| Value | Silver Quinarius = ½ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.7 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#256685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Moneta standing left, holding scales and cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA AVG
Translation:
Moneta Augusti.
The mint of the emperor.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Quinarius - Hadrian coin was used to pay soldiers and civil servants during the Roman Empire. It was also used for trade and commerce, and its value was equivalent to one-fourth of a denarius, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.