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Aureus - Antoninus Pius TEMPORVM FELICITAS COS IIII
| Gold | 7.3 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 148-149 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260076 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crossed cornucopiae, surmounted by busts of two small boys.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TEMPORVM FELICITAS COS IIII
Translation:
Temporum Felicitas. Consul Quartum.
Fortunate times. Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 7.13–7.39 g;Diameter varies: 19–20 mm;
Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the inscription "TEMPORVM FELICITAS" meaning "good times" or "happiness of the times," which reflects the positive sentiment and optimism of the Roman Empire during his rule.
