Denarius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII LIB V; Liberalitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 147-148 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#260042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing left, holding account board in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII LIB V
Translation:
Consul Quartum, Liberalitas Quinta.
Consul for the fourth time. The fifth liberality.
Comment
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 Liberalitas, which represents the idea of generosity and prosperity. The inclusion of this image on the coin may suggest that Antoninus Pius's reign was marked by economic growth and prosperity, and that he was seen as a generous and benevolent leader.
