© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
As - Antoninus Pius TR POT COS III S C
| Bronze | 10.9 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-144 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.9 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cadeucus between crossed cornucopiae.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS III S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.94–12.43 g;Diameter varies: 26.7–27 mm;
Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
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) depicts the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace and authority. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing relative stability and prosperity, and the image of Pax on the reverse serves as a reminder of the importance of peace and harmony in maintaining a strong and prosperous empire.
