© Kunst Historisches Museum Wien
© Kunst Historisches Museum Wien
Sestertius - Hadrian ΗΛΕΙωΝ; Elis
| Bronze | 24.90 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Elis (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 130-138 |
| Value | Sestertius (¼) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.90 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#402716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
River god Alpheios (with features of Antinous) reclining on waves of water to left, holding wreath in his right hand and reeds in his left; to left, amphora.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΗΛΕΙωΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his love of Greek culture and his efforts to promote it throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes a portrait of Hadrian and various symbols and gods associated with Greek mythology, reflects this cultural exchange and the blending of Roman and Greek traditions that occurred during Hadrian's reign.