This pendant features a silver denarius struck in Rome during the reign of Hadrian, the philosopher-emperor. The obverse bears his laureate portrait with the legend HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS, while the reverse shows a star resting above a crescent moon with the inscription COS III, marking his third consulship. This celestial imagery reflects Hadrian’s fascination with cosmic order, empire-wide unity, and the quiet symbolism that defined his reign.
Framed in a custom 18k gold bezel, hand-forged to the coin’s contours, the piece becomes a luminous pendant—uniting ancient artistry with timeless craftsmanship.
The History
Hadrian’s reign (AD 117–138) was an age of consolidation, culture, and philosophy. Unlike expansionist emperors, he sought harmony across Rome’s vast provinces, traveling more widely than any ruler before him. His coinage reflects not just military strength, but also spiritual and cosmic symbolism.
The star and crescent motif carried deep meaning in the ancient world: celestial order, divine favor, and protection. On Hadrian’s coins, it underscored the emperor’s role as mediator between human governance and cosmic order. Nearly two millennia later, this design remains both elegant and profound.
Coin Details
Origin: Rome
Date: AD 126–127
Obverse: Laureate bust of Hadrian right; HADRIANVS AVGVSTVS
Reverse: Star above crescent moon; COS III
Material: Silver
Diameter: ~19 mm
What's Included
Hand-set silver denarius in solid 18k gold bezel
Matching 14k gold chain (18, 20, or 24 inches)
Certificate of authenticity with coin history
Red velvet presentation box
Polishing cloth and care guide
Free insured worldwide shipping
The Peregrine Collection
The Peregrine Collection represents the finest of our offerings—rare or historically significant coins, each set in a fully hand-forged 18k gold bezel and paired with a dainty 14k gold chain. Every bezel is shaped, hammered, and polished entirely by hand to follow the natural contours of the ancient coin, ensuring both secure preservation and refined presentation. No two settings are ever alike, making each pendant a singular work of wearable history.
Hadrian, Moon & Stars in Gold
$1,750.00
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