© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Antoninus Pius IMPERATOR II S C LIBERT S C; Libertas
| Bronze | 11.5 g | 27.5 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 | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261039 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing, left, holding pileus in extended right hand and vertical rod (vindicta) in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPERATOR II S C LIBERT S C
Translation:
Imperator Secundum. Senatus Consultum. Libertas. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time. Decree of the senate. Freedom. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 9.95–14.12 g;Diameter varies: 27–28 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 the goddess Libertas, who was a symbol of freedom and liberty in ancient Rome. The coin's design includes an image of Libertas holding a liberty torch and a scepter, which represents her role as the protector of Rome's freedom. This coin was minted during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire.
