Aureus - Antoninus Pius PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM
| 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#259871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged thunderbolt.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM
Translation:
Providentiae Deorum.
To the foresight of the gods.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin bearing the image of Antoninus Pius and the inscription "PROVIDENTIAE DEORVM" (meaning "by the providence of the gods") was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana or "Roman Peace." This period lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD and saw a significant expansion of Roman trade, culture, and influence throughout the empire. The Aureus coin was a symbol of the empire's wealth and power during this time, and its gold content made it a highly valued currency for trade and commerce.
