HADRIAN (117-138). As. Rome.

Obv: HADRIANVS AVG COS III P P.
Laureate and draped bust right.
Rev: S - C / DACIA.
Dacia seated left on rocks, holding vexillum and falx (curved sword).

RIC² 1658.

The falx or rhomphaia was a one- or two-handed cutting weapon adopted by the Dacians in the 4th century. This type of sword forced the Romans to partially revise their equipment, especially during Trajan's campaigns in Dacia at the beginning of the 2nd century. The soldiers adopted segmented sleeves and reinforced helmet visors to defend themselves from the cutting blows inflicted by the falx. Examples of this weapon can be seen on coins and on Trajan's Column.

Condition: Very fine.

Weight: 10.19 g.
Diameter: 25 mm.

Estimate: € 100