Sestertius - Lucius Aelius TR POT COS II CONCORD S C; Concordia
137 year| 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 |
| Year | 137 |
| 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#257077 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia seated left, holding patera and resting on cornucopia.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TR POT COS II
CONCORD
S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Concordia. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Harmony. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Concordia, the Roman goddess of harmony and unity, on its reverse side. This is significant because Concordia was an important symbol of Roman values and was often depicted on coins during this time period. The fact that this coin features Concordia suggests that the Roman Empire was placing a strong emphasis on unity and harmony at the time it was minted.
