© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Antoninus Pius IMPERATOR II ANCILIA S C
| Bronze | 10.5 g | 27 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261036 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
Mass varies: 7.05–12.92 g;Diameter varies: 24–30 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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.
