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Æ15 - Antoninus Pius ΑΤΤΑΙΤΩΝ
Bronze | 3.1 g | 15 mm |
Issuer | City of Attaos (Conventus of Pergamum) |
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Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 138-161 |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 3.1 g |
Diameter | 15 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#435063 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus standing, facing, head, left, holding thunderbolt (over lighted altar) and long sceptre; to right at his feet, eagle.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΤΤΑΙΤΩΝ
Translation: [Coin] of the Attaeans
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare portrait of Antoninus Pius, depicted with a beard, which was not a common representation of him on coins.