© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius Divus CONSECRATIO
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Marcus Aurelius (Marcus Aurelius Antoninus) (161-180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 161-180 |
| 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#263103 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Eagle standing right, head left, on altar decoraed with garlands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSECRATIO
Translation:
Consecratio.
Consecration.
Comment
Mass varies: 1.11–3.63 g;Diameter varies: 16–20 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 an image of Antoninus Pius Divus, who was divinized after his death, on the obverse, while the reverse side depicts the goddess Consecratio, representing the act of consecration or dedication. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was shifting towards a more centralized and autocratic form of government, with the emperor being seen as a divine figure. The coin's design reflects this shift in power dynamics and highlights the importance of the emperor's divine status.
