As - Antoninus Pius PRIMI DECENNALES COS IIII S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 147-148 |
| 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#261172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRIMI DECENNALES COS IIII S C
Translation:
Primi Decennales. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
The first decade. Consul for the fourth time. 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 a rare and unique reverse design, depicting the emperor Antoninus Pius holding a scepter and a shield, surrounded by the legend "PRIMI DECENNALES COS IIII S C". This design was only used during the first decade of Antoninus Pius' reign, making it a distinctive and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
