© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
© Institute of Classics/University of Graz
As - Antoninus Pius IMPERATOR II S C IOVI LATIO S C; Jupiter
| Bronze | 11.5 g | - |
| 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 | 11.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter, naked, standing front, right hand on hip, left holding sceptre, no which he leans; at feet, right, eagle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPERATOR II S C IOVI LATIO S C
Translation:
Imperator Secundum. Senatus Consultum. Iovi Latio. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time. Decree of the senate. Jupiter of the Latin peoples. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 11.22–11.75 g;Example of this type:
Institute of Classics/University of Graz
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of thunder, on one side, and Antoninus Pius, the Roman emperor, on the other. This coin was minted during Antoninus Pius' reign, which lasted from 138 to 161 AD, and it highlights the importance of Roman mythology and the emperor's association with the gods.
