Sestertius - Hadrian CLEMENTIA AVG S C; Clementia
130 year| 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 |
| Year | 130 |
| 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#255939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clementia standing left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLEMENTIA AVG
S C
Translation:
Clementia Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Clemency of the emperor (Augustus). Decree of the senate,
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Emperor Hadrian and the goddess Clementia, is notable for its use of the metal Orichalcum. Orichalcum was a rare and valuable metal in ancient times, believed to be a brass-like alloy of zinc and copper. The use of Orichalcum in the production of coins was a sign of the Roman Empire's wealth and power.