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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Hadrian SALVS AVG S C; Salus
| 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 | 137-138 |
| 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#256871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Salus standing left, holding patera and sceptre; to left, altar with snake coiled around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS AVG
S C
Translation:
Salus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Health of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features the image of Emperor Hadrian and the goddess Salus, was part of a series of coins issued during Hadrian's reign to promote the cult of the Roman state gods. The coin's design was meant to emphasize the idea of the Roman Empire as a powerful and prosperous state, protected by the gods. The use of Orichalcum, a rare and valuable metal, further highlights the coin's importance and value.
