Aureus - Antoninus Pius LIB IIII; Liberalitas
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| 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#259990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, seated left on platform on right; by him, Liberalitas standing left, pouring coins out of cornucopiae into toga of citizen, standing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIB IIII
Translation:
Liberalitas Quarta.
The fourth liberality.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Antoninus Pius (LIB IIII; Liberalitas) coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Antoninus Pius that featured personifications of various virtues, in this case, Liberalitas (Liberality). The coin's design depicts the goddess Liberalitas standing left, holding a cornucopia and a scepter, symbolizing the emperor's generosity and the prosperity of the Roman Empire. The coin's gold content and intricate design made it a valuable and prestigious currency during its time.
