© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Hadrian DAC PARTHICO P M TR P COS P P CONCORDIA SC; Concordia and Spes
117 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 | 117 |
| 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#254606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia seated left on throne, holding patera and resting on figure of Spes; cornucopia under throne.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DAC PARTHICO P M TR P COS P P
CONCORDIA
SC
Translation:
Dacicus, Parthico, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul, Pater Patriae, Concordia. Senatus Consultum.
Conqueror of the Dacians, conqueror of the Parthians, high priest, holder of tribunician power, consul, father of the nation, harmony. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that the metal used to make it, orichalcum, is a mysterious and rare metal that was highly valued in ancient times. It is believed to be a brass-like alloy, but its exact composition is unknown, and it is no longer used today. The use of orichalcum in the production of this coin reflects the wealth and power of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Hadrian.
