Sestertius - Hadrian // COS III
128 year| Orichalcum | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 128 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Orichalcum |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#257218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
IOVI / OPTIMO / MAXIMO / SPQR within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: // COS III
Translation:
Consul Tertium.
Consul for the third time.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Emperor Hadrian, who ruled the Roman Empire from 117 to 138 AD. Interestingly, Hadrian was known for his love of Greek culture and architecture, and he even built a Greek-style temple in Rome dedicated to the gods Athena and Zeus. This coin was likely minted during his reign and circulated throughout the empire, serving as a symbol of Roman power and influence.