© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius CONCORDIA AVG; Concordia
| Silver | 3.2 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 |
| Years | 140-143 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259841 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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: 3.14–3.31 g;Diameter varies: 17–17.5 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 Concordia on the reverse side, which symbolizes unity and harmony. This is significant because it reflects the values that Antoninus Pius, the Roman emperor at the time, sought to promote during his reign. He was known for his efforts to maintain peace and stability throughout the empire, and the image of Concordia on the coin serves as a visual representation of that goal.
