© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius CONCORDIA AVG; Concordia
| Silver | 3.2 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 | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259839 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing right, holding sceptre in right hand and corucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA AVG
Translation:
Concordia Augusta.
Venerable harmony.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.59–3.46 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
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 Concordia on the reverse side, which represents the unity and harmony of the Roman people and the Roman state. This image was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Antoninus Pius, and it symbolized the emperor's efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.
