Denarius - Antoninus Pius (COS IIII; Aequitas) (145-161) front Denarius - Antoninus Pius (COS IIII; Aequitas) (145-161) back
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Denarius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII; Aequitas

 
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Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#259973
Rarity index
100%

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

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the 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.