© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius AVG PIVS P M TR P COS II
139 year| Silver | 3.4 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 139 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259773 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Clasped hands holding caduceus (sometimes winged).
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVG PIVS P M TR P COS II
Translation:
Augustus Pius, Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum.
Emperor (Augustus) [Antoninus] Pius, high priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.06–3.77 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace and prosperity. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing relative stability and prosperity, and the image of Pax on the reverse side reflects the emphasis on maintaining peace and tranquility throughout the empire.
