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As - Antoninus Pius BONO EVENTVI COS II S C; Bonus Eventus
139 year| Bronze | 9.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 139 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260786 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bonus Eventus, naked, standing left, sacrificing with patera over altar and holding corn-ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BONO EVENTVI COS II S C
Translation:
Boni Eventui. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Of good success. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.486–9.804 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, and his efforts to promote the Roman Empire's economy and culture. The coin's design, including the image of Antoninus Pius and the inscription "BONO EVENTVI COS II S C," reflects the emperor's popularity and the significance of his reign in Roman history.
