Denarius - Antoninus Pius AETERNITAS; Aeternitas
| 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#260300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Aeternitas, standing left, holding head of Sun and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AETERNITAS
Translation: Eternity.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (AETERNITAS; Aeternitas) coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing significant cultural and religious changes. The emperor Antoninus Pius, who ruled from 138 to 161 AD, was known for his tolerance and support of various religions, including Christianity, which was still a relatively new religion at the time. As a result, the coin's design, which features the goddess Aeternitas (Eternity) on the reverse, may have been intended to promote the idea of eternal life and the Roman Empire's enduring power.
