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Denarius - Hadrian COS III, Hercules

Issuer Roman Imperial Mint
Year 124-125
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Reference(s) RIC II.3#731, OCRE#ric.2_3(2).hdn.731
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Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS
(Translation: Hadrianus Augustus. Hadrian, emperor (Augustus).)
Reverse description Hercules depicted nude, seated to the right upon a cuirass, his muscular form rendered in the classical Hellenistic tradition. The hero rests his club upon a pile of shields, with a distaff also present, alluding to the episode of Hercules in the service of Omphale. The composition conveys themes of virtus and divine strength associated with Hadrian's reign. The legend COS III appears in the field, referencing Hadrian's third consulship. The reverse type is associated with RIC II.3 #731, struck at the Rome mint in 124–125 AD.
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