Sestertius - Hadrian // DISCIPLIN AVG S C
| 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#256393 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian advancing right, holding baton or scroll, leading a line of four soldiers, with three or more standards; behind soldiers, either a centurion with vine rod or trumpeter with cornu.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
// DISCIPLIN AVG
S C
Translation:
Disciplina Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Discipline of the emperor (Augustus). 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 it's made of, orichalcum, is a bronze-like alloy that was highly valued in ancient times for its durability and resistance to corrosion. It was often used for coins, weapons, and other objects that required strength and longevity.