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Sestertius - Sabina PIETAS S C; Pietas
| 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 | 130-133 |
| 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#256960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Pietas seated left, holding patera and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIETAS
S C
Translation:
Pietas. Senatus Consultum.
Piety. 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 Sabina, the wife of Emperor Hadrian, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts a personification of Pietas, or piety, which was a prominent virtue in ancient Roman culture. The coin's design and imagery reflect the values and ideals of the Roman Empire during the reign of Hadrian, who was known for his religious and cultural reforms.
