Sestertius - Hadrian ADVENTVI AVG ARABIAE S C; Arabia
| Orichalcum | 25 g | 32.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 130-133 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Orichalcum |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#256217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, raising hand and holding scroll; facing him, Arabia standing left, holding patera and sticks (cinnamon or incense?); between them, altar, usually with bull at the base.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ADVENTVI AVG ARABIAE
S C
Translation:
Adventui Augusti Arabiae. Senatus Consultum.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor (Augustus) to Arabia. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that the metal used to make it, orichalcum, is a rare and valuable alloy that was highly prized in ancient times. Orichalcum was made from a combination of gold, silver, and copper, and was known for its durability and resistance to corrosion. It was often used to make high-value coins and other objects, and was considered a symbol of wealth and power.