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Aureus - Antoninus Pius COS IIII LIB V; Liberalitas
| Gold | 7.1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 147-148 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding account board in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII LIB V
Translation:
Consul Quartum, Liberalitas Quinta.
Consul for the fourth time. The fifth liberality.
Comment
Mass varies: 6.998–7.153 g;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 (COS IIII LIB V; Liberalitas) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting the goddess Liberalitas standing left, holding a libation bowl and a scepter, while feeding a small child from a patera. This image symbolizes the emperor's role as a benevolent ruler, promoting prosperity and abundance for the Roman people.
