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Sestertius - Hadrian FIDES PVBLICA S C; Fides
136 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 | 136 |
| 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#256725 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fides standing right, holding corn ears or poppies and dish of fruits.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIDES PVBLICA
S C
Translation:
Fides Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Loyalty of the public. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sestertius - Hadrian (FIDES PVBLICA S C; Fides) coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Fides, who represents loyalty, fidelity, and good faith. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the importance of these values in Roman society and promote them to the population.
