Sestertius - Hadrian PONT MAX TR POT COS III SECVR AVG S C; Securitas
| 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 | 119-120 |
| 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#254804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas seated left, holding sceptre and either supporting head or draping arm over throne.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PONT MAX TR POT COS III
SECVR AVG
S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium. Securitas Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time. Safety of the emperor (Augustus). 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 Securitas on the reverse, which represents security and stability. This is fitting, as the coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, who was known for his efforts to maintain peace and stability throughout the empire.
