© CC | BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität
© CC | BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität
Semis - Hadrian COS III P P S C
| Orichalcum | 5.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 129-130 |
| Value | 1 Semis = ½ As = 1⁄32 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Orichalcum |
| Weight | 5.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#255880 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Prize table; on table, a cup holding palm, and an urn.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COS III P P
S C
Translation:
Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the third time, father of the nation. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of Orichalcum, a metal that was highly valued in ancient times for its durability and resistance to corrosion. Orichalcum was a bronze-like alloy that was composed of copper, zinc, and sometimes other metals like nickel and iron. It was often used for coins, weapons, and other objects that required strength and durability. The use of Orichalcum in the production of this coin reflects the advanced metallurgical techniques and craftsmanship of the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD.
