Record ID: HESH-CE97B5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Silver Denarius of Sabina, wife of Hadrian, 134 138 AD. The obverse depicts a likeness of Sabina showing a draped bust facing right with diademed crown, the hair is waved, rising into a crest on top above the diadem, it is knotted in a queue (at the base of the head) which falls down the neck. The obverse inscription reads: SABINA AVGVSTA. The reverse depicts a figure (Juno) facing left holding patera and sceptre. This type does not depict a peacock at her feet. The inscription reads: IVNONI REGINAE. References Mattingly, H and Sydenham, E A: Roman Imperial Coinage 1936 Spi…
Created on: Tuesday 18th January 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.