© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius GENIO SENATVS; Genius
| Silver | 3.1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-143 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Genius of Senate, standing left, holding branch and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GENIO SENATVS
Translation:
Genio Senatus.
To the Genius (guardian spirit) of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.91–3.35 g;Diameter varies: 17–19 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 the Roman goddess Libertas, who represents freedom and liberty, on its reverse side. This is significant because it highlights the importance of individual freedom and the role of the Roman Senate in promoting and protecting it, which was a key aspect of Roman culture and society during the time of Antoninus Pius' reign.
