Sestertius - Hadrian ADVENTVI AVG HISPANIAE S C; Hispania
| 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#256236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian standing right, raising hand and holding scroll; facing him, Hispania standing left, holding patera and olive branch; between them, altar, usually with bull at the base.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ADVENTVI AVG HISPANIAE
S C
Translation:
Adventui Augusti Hispaniae. Senatus Consultum.
Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) of the emperor (Augustus) to Hispania. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who ruled from 117 to 138 AD. During his reign, Hadrian made significant changes to the Roman currency system, introducing new denominations and metals to replace the older Republican coins. The Sestertius, which was introduced during his reign, was a significant coin in the Roman Empire's economy and was used for everyday transactions.
