© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Aureus - Antoninus Pius Roma
| Gold | 7.4 g | 20 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 7.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left on low seat holding palladium on extended right hand and vertical spear in left: at side, right, round shield.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin was used as a means of payment for high-value transactions, and it was equivalent to 25 silver denarii. It was also used as a symbol of wealth and power, and it was often given as a gift to high-ranking officials or military leaders as a reward for their service.
