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© Trustees of the British Museum
Aureus - Antoninus Pius TR POT XXI COS IIII; Salus
| Gold | 7.2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 157-158 |
| Value | 1 Aureus = 25 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing right, feeding out of patera in left hand snake held in right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XXI COS IIII
Unabridged legend: Tribunicia Potestate Prima Vicesima, Consul Quartum.
Translation: Holder of tribunician power for the 21st time, consul for the fourth time.
Comment
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 the Roman goddess Salus, who represents safety, security, and well-being. The coin was minted during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to promote the welfare of the Roman people and expand the empire's borders. The image of Salus on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the emperor's commitment to protecting and preserving the Roman Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (157-158) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Aureus - Antoninus Pius (TR POT XXI COS IIII; Salus) (157-158) coin.
