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Sestertius - Hadrian ALEXANDRIA S C; Alexandria
| 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#256103 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Alexandria, reclining left, holding corn ears and vine branch, leaning on basket of fruit; to left, corn ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ALEXANDRIA
S C
Translation:
Alexandria. Senatus Consultum.
Alexandria. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Emperor Hadrian, is notable for its unique design. The reverse side of the coin depicts a scene of the Emperor sacrificing a bull, which was a rare and significant event in Roman culture. This design was only used on coins minted in Alexandria, Egypt, and it symbolizes the Emperor's role as the supreme priest of the Roman state.
