Denarius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Hadrian
Ancient Roman
134–138
- Medium
- Silver
- Dimensions
- Diam.: 1.7 cm (11/16 in.)
- Genre
- coin
- Museum
- Art Institute of Chicago
Tags
portraitcoininorganic materialancient artnonferrous metalbronzecopper alloyroman (ancient, style or period)metal
About
The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the head of Emperor Hadrian, facing to the right. The back (reverse) depicts Moneta, Goddess of the Mint, holding scales and a cornucopia.
