© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius FORTVNA COS IIII; Fortuna
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 159-160 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing right, holding rudder, nearly vertical and set on ground, in right hand and cornucopiae, with tip turned from body, in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA COS IIII
Unabridged legend: Fortuna. Consul Quartum.
Translation: Fortuna. Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.69–3.73 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–17.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (FORTVNA COS IIII; Fortuna) coin features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as Antoninus Pius was known for his efforts to promote the Roman Empire's economic prosperity during his reign. In fact, he was nicknamed "Pius" because of his generosity and efforts to improve the lives of his citizens.
