Aureus - Antoninus Pius COS IIII; Aequitas
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| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259970 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in extended right hand and vertical rod in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
Consul Quartum.
Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus coin of Antoninus Pius is that it features the goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and equality, on the reverse side. This highlights the emperor's commitment to promoting justice and fairness throughout the empire.
