Sestertius - Hadrian PIETAS AVGVSTI S C; Pietas
| 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 | 120-121 |
| 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#255003 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, veiled, standing right before altar, raising one hand and holding box of incense in the other hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIETAS AVGVSTI
S C
Translation:
Pietas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Piety of the Emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of the Roman goddess Pietas, who represents duty, loyalty, and devotion. The coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD), who was known for his religious reforms and his efforts to promote the cult of the Roman state gods. The image of Pietas on the coin may have been intended to emphasize the importance of these values in Roman society during Hadrian's reign.