As - Antoninus Pius TEMPL DIV AVG REST 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 | 158-159 |
| 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#261374 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Octastyle temple, in which are seated figures of Divus Augustus and Livia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TEMPL DIV AVG REST COS IIII S C
Translation:
Templum Divi Augusti Restitutae. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Temple of the deified emperor (Augustus) restored. 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 an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of a temple, symbolizing the imperial cult and the emperor's role as the high priest of Rome. This coin was minted during a time of relative stability and prosperity in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the values and ideals of the period.
