As - Antoninus Pius AVGVS…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 | 145-161 |
| 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#261125 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, standing left, extending right hand and holding sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVS…S C
Translation:
Augustus. Senatus Consultum.
Emperor (Augustus). 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 portrait of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts the goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a spear and a shield, symbolizing the power and strength of the Roman Empire.