© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Denarius - Antoninus Pius FORTVNA OBSEQVENS COS IIII; Fortuna
| Silver | 3.8 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 | 157-158 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260207 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, draped, standing right, holding rudder in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA OBSEQVENS COS IIII
Translation:
Fortuna Obsequens Consul Quartum.
Dutiful Fortuna. Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as the coin was issued during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to promote the Roman Empire's economic prosperity and stability. The image of Fortuna on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's economic success and the prosperity of its citizens during this time.
