As - Antoninus Pius AEDE DIVI AVG REST COS IIII S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 158-159 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#261368 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Octastyle temple, in which are seated figures of Divus Augustus and Livia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEDE 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 "AEDE DIVI AVG REST COS IIII S C" which means "Divine Augustus, Restorer of the Temple of the Divine Ancestors, Consul for the fourth time". This reverse type is not commonly found on coins of Antoninus Pius, making it a unique and valuable addition to a collection.
