© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Antoninus Pius TR POT XIX COS IIII S C
| Bronze | 7.9 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 155-156 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.9 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261298 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription in wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XIX COS IIII S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Undevicesima, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 19th time, consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
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 Antoninus Pius standing left, holding a scepter and a shield, with the goddess Roma seated right, holding a spear and a shield. This design is not seen in many other coins of the same era, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
