As - Antoninus Pius P M TR POT COS IIII LIB IIII S C; Liberalitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#261131 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding abacus upwards in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR POT COS IIII LIB IIII S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Quartum, Liberalitas Quarta. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the fourth time, the fourth liberality. 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 benevolent and just rule, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of Liberalitas, the Roman goddess of liberty and generosity. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing relative peace and prosperity under Antoninus Pius' rule, and the image of Liberalitas symbolizes the emperor's commitment to promoting the welfare and prosperity of his people.
