© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Antoninus Pius MVNIFICENTIA AVG COS IIII S C
| Bronze | 10.5 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 148-149 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Elephant, sometimes cuirassed, walking right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MVNIFICENTIA AVG COS IIII S C
Translation:
Munificentia Augusti. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Munificence (generosity) of the emperor. Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.296–12.01 g;Diameter varies: 22–28 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 an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his benevolent and peaceful reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of the goddess Munificentia (from the Latin word for "munificence" or "generosity"), who was revered for her role in bestowing gifts and blessings upon the people. This coin, minted during Antoninus Pius' fourth consulship, serves as a testament to the emperor's commitment to promoting the welfare and prosperity of his subjects.
