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© Trustees of the British Museum
Denarius - Antoninus Pius AVG PIVS P M TR P COS II
139 year| Silver | 3.5 g | - |
| 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 | 3.5 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259779 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Emblems of priesthood: from left to right, knife, aspergillum, jug, lituus and simpulum.
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
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 Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns during his reign as Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD. The coin's design includes an image of Antoninus Pius wearing a radiate crown and a cuirass, symbolizing his military prowess and leadership. The coin's silver content and weight of 3.5 grams also make it a valuable and collectible piece of Roman currency.
