Sestertius - Hadrian AEQVITAS AVG S C; Aequitas
| 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 | 137-138 |
| 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#256821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas standing left, holding scales and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AEQVITAS AVG
S C
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Equity of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features the image of Emperor Hadrian and the goddess Aequitas, was part of a series of coins issued during Hadrian's reign to promote the ideals of justice and equality. The image of Aequitas on the coin symbolizes the idea of fairness and impartiality, which was an important aspect of Hadrian's rule. This coin, in particular, was minted in Rome between 137-138 AD and was made of Orichalcum, a copper-based alloy that was commonly used for coins during that time period.
