© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Antoninus Pius COS IIII
| Gold | 7.2 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 153-154 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus, togate, standing left, holding globe in righ hand, left arm at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
Consul Quartum.
Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.1–7.24 g;Diameter varies: 19.5–20 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Antoninus Pius (COS IIII) (153-154) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Greek influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Antoninus Pius, while the reverse side features a representation of the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, which was a common motif in Greek coinage. This blending of cultural influences reflects the diverse nature of the Roman Empire at the time and highlights the ongoing cultural exchange between Rome and Greece.
