© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius APOLLINI AVGVSTO; Apollo
| Silver | 3.1 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 | 140-143 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Apollo, in long robe reaching feet, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and lyre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: APOLLINI AVGVSTO
Translation:
Apollini Augusto.
To Apollo, the venerable.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.64–3.451 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–18 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (APOLLINI AVGVSTO; Apollo) coin features an image of Apollo, the Greek god of the sun, music, poetry, and prophecy, on its reverse side. This image was chosen by Antoninus Pius, who was known for his love of Greek culture and his efforts to promote the cult of Apollo throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design serves as a representation of the Roman Empire's cultural influences and the spread of Greek mythology throughout the empire.
