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Semis - Hadrianus Bostra
| Bronze | 8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bostra (Arabia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-119 |
| Value | Semis (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#86118 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of Arabia half right, wearing turreted crown and mantle, blown out by the wind, holding small figure of a seated child before her in each hand
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΡΑΒΙΑ
Translation: Arabia
Interesting fact
The Semis coin featuring Hadrianus (Bostra) (117-119) from Bostra (Arabia) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features the image of the Roman emperor Hadrian, while on the other side, it depicts a camel, which was a common mode of transportation in the Arabian region at the time. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a non-Roman subject on its reverse side, highlighting the cultural exchange and influence of the Roman Empire on the region.