Denarius - Antoninus Pius AVGVSTA; Ceres
| 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#260296 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ceres, standing right, holding two corn-ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVGVSTA
Translation:
Augusta.
The venerable.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (AVGVSTA; Ceres) coin was minted during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns. One of his most notable achievements was the construction of the Pantheon in Rome, which was completed in 126 AD and still stands today as a testament to Roman engineering and architecture.