Sestertius - Hadrian ADVENTVI AVG CILICIAE S C; Gallia
| 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#256230 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, raising hand and holding scroll; facing him, Cilicia, helmeted, standing left, holding patera and vexillum; between them, altar, usually with bull at the base.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ADVENTVI AVG CILICIAE
S C
Translation:
Adventui Augusti Ciliciae. Senatus Consultum.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor (Augustus) to Cilicia. 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 of great importance, and its use was reserved for the most important and wealthy individuals in society. The fact that this coin was made of orichalcum speaks to the wealth and power of the Roman Empire during the time of Hadrian's rule.
