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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius CLEMENTIA AVG; Clementia
| Silver | 3.3 g | 18 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 | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Clementia, draped, standing left, holding patera in extended right hand and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CLEMENTIA AVG
Translation:
Clementia Augusti.
Clemency of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Mass varies: 2.81–3.53 g;Diameter varies: 17–18.5 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 the Roman goddess Clementia on the reverse side, which was a personification of the virtue of clemency or mercy. This was a common theme in Roman coinage during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his benevolent and compassionate rule. The image of Clementia on this coin serves as a symbol of the emperor's commitment to these values and his desire to promote them throughout the empire.
