© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII
| 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 | 145-161 |
| 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 | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259985 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Winged thunderbolt lying horizontal on draped throne.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
Consul Quartum.
Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.41–3.69 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–20 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 a portrait of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts the goddess Pax (Irene in Greek) holding an olive branch and a scepter, symbolizing peace and stability. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was experiencing relative peace and prosperity, and the image of Pax on the reverse side reflects the emperor's efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.
