Sestertius - Hadrian PONT MAX TR POT COS II ADVENTVS AVG S C; Roma
117 year| Orichalcum | 39.2 g | 39 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 | 39.2 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#254731 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated right on cuirass and shield, holding vertical spear and clasping hands with Hadrian, standing left, holding scroll.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PONT MAX TR POT COS II
ADVENTVS AVG
S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Adventus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Adventus (Roman welcoming ceremony) 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 used to make it, orichalcum, is a mysterious and rare alloy that was highly valued in ancient times. Its composition is not known for certain, but it is believed to be a mixture of gold, silver, and other metals. The use of orichalcum in the production of coins was a sign of the Roman Empire's wealth and power.
