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Semis - Hadrian COS III S C; Roma
| Orichalcum | 3.6 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 124-125 |
| Value | 1 Semis = ½ As = 1⁄32 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Orichalcum |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#255296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma seated left on cuirass, resting foot on helmet, holding Victory and spear; behind, shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COS III
S C
Translation:
Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the third time. 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 a rare and valuable metal called orichalcum, which was a bronze-like alloy that was highly prized in ancient times for its durability and resistance to corrosion.
