© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII; Aequitas
| 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#259971 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Aequitas, draped, standing left, holding scales in extended right hand and vertical rod in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
Consul Quartum.
Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.74–3.58 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–19.5 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 Aequitas, who represents fairness and justice, on the reverse side. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman society during the reign of Antoninus Pius.
