Aureus - Antoninus Pius TR POT COS IIII; Roma
| 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#260006 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Romulus, bare-headed, advancing right, holding spear and trophy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS IIII
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Quartum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Aureus coin of Antoninus Pius is notable for its high gold content, with a purity level of around 95%. This was unusual for coins of that time period, as many coins were made with lower quality metals or were debased with cheaper metals. The high gold content of the Aureus coin made it a valuable and sought-after currency, both during its time in circulation and among modern-day collectors.
