Aureus - Antoninus Pius LIBERALITAS AVG III; 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 | 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#259862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, togate, seated left on chair set on low platform on right, by him, Liberalitas, standing left, holding account board in right hand and cornucopiae in left, in front, citizen standing right, holding out fold of toga.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVG III
Translation:
Liberatlitas Augusti Tertia.
Third liberality of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus - Antoninus Pius (LIBERALITAS AVG III; Liberalitas) coin was part of a series of coins issued by Antoninus Pius to promote the ideals of liberalitas, or generosity, which was a key aspect of his reign. The coin features a depiction of the goddess Liberalitas on the reverse, symbolizing the emperor's commitment to sharing his wealth and resources with the people of Rome. This coin is particularly interesting because it highlights the importance of the emperor's role in promoting the well-being of his citizens, and how currency could be used as a tool for propaganda and social influence.