Denarius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 152-153 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tetrastyle shrine with semi-circular arch, in which male figure stands on low base, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Unabridged legend: Consul Quartum.
Translation: Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (COS IIII) (152-153) coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting the goddess Pax standing left, holding an olive branch and a scepter, with a small figure of Cupid standing next to her. This design was meant to promote the idea of peace and prosperity during the reign of Antoninus Pius.
