As - Antoninus Pius (IMPERATOR II ANCILIA S C) (143-144) front As - Antoninus Pius (IMPERATOR II ANCILIA S C) (143-144) back
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As - Antoninus Pius IMPERATOR II ANCILIA S C

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
143-144
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
References
Numista
N#261035
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two ancilia-- oval shields with rounded projections like shells above and below set upright side by side.

Script: Latin

Lettering: IMPERATOR II ANCILIA S C

Translation:
Imperator Secundum. Ancilia. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time. Shields. 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 an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns during his reign as Roman Emperor.