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© Trustees of the British Museum
As - Antoninus Pius COS IIII VOTA S C
| Bronze | 11.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 147-148 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, standing left, sacrificing with patera over tripod, left arm at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII VOTA S C
Translation:
Consul Quartum. Vota. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the fourth time. Vows (prayers). 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 an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns, including the construction of the Pantheon in Rome.
