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© British Museum
As - Antoninus Pius Aelia Capitolina
| Bronze | 8.88 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Aelia Capitolina (Syria Palaestina) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Value | As (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Denarius (49 BC to AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.88 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#96098 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ares, wearing crested helmet, short chiton and boots, standing front looking left; rests right arm on spear, left on shield; at feet eagle standing left, wings half open
Lettering: CO AE CA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Aelia Capitolina, the patron deity of the city of Aelia Capitolina (modern-day Jerusalem), on the other. This coin is a rare example of a Roman coin that was minted outside of Rome, in a province, and it highlights the cultural and religious influences of the region where it was minted.
