© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
As - Antoninus Pius BONO EVENTVI S C; Bonus Eventus
| Bronze | 9.9 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-144 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.9 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260950 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Bonus Eventus standing, front sacrificing out of patera in right hand over altar and holding cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BONO EVENTVI S C
Translation:
Boni Eventui. Senatus Consultum.
Of good success. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
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, which includes the phrase "BONO EVENTVI S C" (Good Event) and the image of a personification of the Roman Empire, reflects the emperor's focus on promoting the well-being and prosperity of the empire and its citizens.
