© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Antoninus Pius
| Gold | 7.2 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-143 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Man, standing right, left foot on globe, holding spear in right hand and hammer? In left; he covers left side of chest with veil held on left arm.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Antoninus Pius (140-143) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the bust of Antoninus Pius, while the reverse side features the goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, holding a wreath and a palm branch. This combination of Roman imperial imagery and Greek mythological symbols reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Roman Empire's expansion into Greek territories.
