As - Antoninus Pius TR POT COS II G P R S C; Genius
139 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 139 |
| 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#260806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Genius Populi Romani, standing left, sacrificing with patera over altar and holding cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II G P R S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Genius Populi Romani. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. The Genius (guardian spirit) of the Roman people. 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 extensive building projects and military campaigns during his reign as Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD. The coin's design also includes the symbol of the Roman state, the Genius, which represents the spirit of Rome and the power of the Roman people.
