Sestertius - Hadrian PONT MAX TR POT COS II LIBERALITAS AVG S C; Liberalitas
| 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 | 125-127 |
| 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#255350 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hadrian seated left on curule chair set on platform, extending hand to attendant, seated left, distributing to citizen, scaling platform steps, extending fold of toga; behind, Liberalitas standing left, holding coin scoop.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PONT MAX TR POT COS II
LIBERALITAS AVG
S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Liberalitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. The liberality of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Liberalitas, who represents liberality, generosity, and abundance. The coin's design highlights Hadrian's efforts to promote the values of generosity and prosperity throughout the empire.