Aureus - Antoninus Pius GENIVS POPVLI ROMANI; Genius
| Gold | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius of the Roman people, standing left, holding sceptre in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIVS POPVLI ROMANI
Translation:
Genius Populi Romani.
Genius of the Roman people.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Antoninus Pius (GENIVS POPVLI ROMANI; Genius) coin was minted during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns. One of his most notable achievements was the construction of the Pantheon in Rome, which was completed in 126 AD and still stands today as a testament to Roman engineering and architecture.
