As - Antoninus Pius (AED DIVI AVG REST COS IIII S C) (157-158) front As - Antoninus Pius (AED DIVI AVG REST COS IIII S C) (157-158) back
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As - Antoninus Pius AED DIVI AVG REST COS IIII S C

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
157-158
Value
As = 1⁄16 Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#261337
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Octastyle temple, in which are seated figures of Divus Augustus and Livia.

Script: Latin

Lettering: AED DIVI AVG REST COS IIII S C

Translation:
Aedes Divi Augusti Restitutae. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Temple of the deified emperor (Augustus) restored. consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare reverse type, depicting Antoninus Pius standing left, holding a scepter and a shield, with the legend "AED DIVI AVG REST COS IIII S C" which means "Divine Augustus, Restorer of the Senate and the People, Consul for the Fourth Time, Father of the Country." This reverse type is not commonly found on coins of Antoninus Pius, making it a unique and valuable addition to a collection.