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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius FORTVNA COS IIII; Fortuna
| Silver | 3.1 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 160-161 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing right, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA COS IIII
Unabridged legend: Fortuna. Consul Quartum.
Translation: Fortuna. Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.06–3.2 g;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 improve the Roman economy and increase the empire's prosperity during his reign.
