Æ23 - Antonius Pius (ANXIAΛEΩN) (138-161) front Æ23 - Antonius Pius (ANXIAΛEΩN) (138-161) back
Æ23 - Antonius Pius (ANXIAΛEΩN) (138-161) photo
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Æ23 - Antonius Pius ANXIAΛEΩN

 
Bronze 5.9 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Anchialus (Thracia)
Emperor
Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
138-161
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.9 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#397450
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Homonoia standing l., holding patera and cornucopia

Script: Greek

Lettering: ANXIAΛEΩN

Interesting fact

The coin , the Æ23 Antonius Pius (ANXIAΛEΩN) from Anchialus (Thracia), is a rare example of a Roman coin that features a depiction of a Roman emperor with a beard. Most Roman coins from this time period feature emperors with clean-shaven faces, so this coin is a unique representation of the emperor's personal style and fashion choices.