Denarius - Antoninus Pius AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aequitas, standing left, holding scales in right hand and rod in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AEQVITAS AVG
Translation:
Aequitas Augusti.
Equity of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (AEQVITAS AVG; Aequitas) coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Antoninus Pius that featured the personification of various virtues, in this case, Aequitas (Justice). The coin's design depicts the goddess Aequitas standing left, holding a scale and a scepter, symbolizing the emperor's commitment to upholding justice and fairness throughout the empire.
