© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Faustina the Elder PIET AVG S C
141 year| Bronze | 10.4 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 141 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rectangular altar, with door in front.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIET AVG S C
Translation:
Pietati Augustae. Senatus Consultum.
To the venerable piety. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.4–13.02 g;Diameter varies: 25–28 mm;
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 an image of Faustina the Elder, who was a powerful Roman empress and the wife of Emperor Antoninus Pius. She was known for her intelligence, beauty, and influence, and was revered as a goddess after her death. The coin's design, which includes her image and the inscription "PIET AVG S C," reflects her importance and status in Roman society.
