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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Lucius Aelius TR POT COS II SALVS S C; Salus
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#257104 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus seated left, holding patera and with elbow rarely on Spes statue; to left, altar with snake coiled around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TR POT COS II
SALVS
S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Salus. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Health. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Lucius Aelius and the goddess Salus, is notable for its depiction of the Roman imperial family's focus on promoting the idea of "salus" or "safety" during their reign. The coin's design, which includes the image of Salus holding a snake and a patera (a ritual offering dish), highlights the importance of the Roman state's role in ensuring the safety and well-being of its citizens. This coin is a tangible representation of the Roman Empire's commitment to the welfare of its people, and it serves as a reminder of the significance of the imperial family's efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the empire.
