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As - Antoninus Pius TR POT COS II PAX S C; Pax
139 year| Bronze | 10.8 g | - |
| 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 |
| Weight | 10.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260809 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch downwards in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II PAX S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Pax. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Peace. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.18–11.46 g;Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which is fitting since Antoninus Pius was known for his efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire during his reign.
