© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Didia Clara HILAR TEMPOR S C; Hilaritas
193 year| Bronze | 20.4 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Didius Julianus (Marcus Didius Iulianus) (193) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 193 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 20.4 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#268028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hilaritas, draped, standing left, holding a long palm in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HILAR TEMPOR S C
Translation:
Hilaritas Temporum. Senatus Consultum.
Joy of the times. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.96–23.7 g;Diameter varies: 28–31.08 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Didia Clara coin features an image of Hilaritas, the Roman goddess of cheerfulness and gaiety, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as the name "Hilaritas" is derived from the Latin word "hilaris," meaning "cheerful" or "merry." The coin's design serves as a reminder of the importance of joy and positivity in Roman culture.
