Struck in Rome in AD 121 to 122, this bronze as reflects a period of stability under Hadrian. The portrait is composed and deliberate, while the reverse presents Pax standing with branch and cornucopia, an image of balance and sustained order. The surfaces carry a deep green patina that gives the piece a quiet, unified tone.
There is a sense of restraint throughout. The imagery does not assert, it affirms, presenting peace as something maintained rather than proclaimed
The History
Hadrian’s reign marked a shift away from expansion toward consolidation. His policies focused on strengthening the empire’s borders and investing in infrastructure, law, and administration. Stability became the defining feature of his rule.
The figure of Pax on the reverse reflects this approach. Standing calmly, she holds a branch as a symbol of peace and a cornucopia representing prosperity. Together, these elements suggest that peace is not passive, but supported by structure and governance.
Coins such as this circulated widely across the empire, reinforcing the message that Rome’s strength lay not only in conquest but in the maintenance of order. The consistent imagery of Pax would have been familiar to those who handled the coin, serving as a reminder of the conditions that defined Hadrian’s rule.
The dark green patina adds to the sense of continuity, a surface shaped over centuries that now frames the original design with clarity and depth.
What’s Included
Authentic Roman silver denarius of Hadrian, guaranteed genuine
Carefully prepared and set as a finished pendant
A sterling silver chain
Optional 14k gold chain upgrade available at checkout
Protective packaging suitable for storage or gifting
Documentation describing the coin and its historical context
Coin Details
Issuer: Hadrian
Date: AD 121 to 122
Denomination: Æ As
Mint: Rome
Obverse: IMP CAESAR TRAIAN HADRIANVS AVG, laureate head right with drapery on shoulder
Reverse: P M TR P COS III, S C, Pax standing left holding branch and cornucopia
Metal: Bronze
Condition: Dark green patina
Hadrian As with Pax in Silver
$575.00
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