Sestertius - Diadumenian SPES S C; Spes
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Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Diadumenian (Marcus Opellius Antoninus Diadumenianus) (217-218) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 217-218 |
Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
Composition | Bronze |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#277329 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Spes, draped, walking left, holding flower in right hand, raising skirt with left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SPES S C
Unabridged legend: Spes. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Hope. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Diadumenian coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases the Roman goddess of hope, Spes, holding a flower and a raised torch, symbolizing the hope for a brighter future.