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© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Antoninus Pius BONVS EVENTVS COS IIII S C; Bonus Eventus
| Bronze | 11.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 151-152 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261228 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bonus Eventus, standing left, sacrificing with patera over altar and holding cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BONVS EVENTVS COS IIII S C
Translation:
Bonus Eventus. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Good success. Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
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 benevolent reign and his efforts to improve the lives of the Roman citizens. He was also known for his military campaigns and his construction projects, including the building of the Pantheon in Rome.
