Denarius - Antoninus Pius IMPERATOR II; Victory
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 143-144 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, soaring right, holding trophy in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPERATOR II
Translation:
Imperator Secundum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Antoninus Pius on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the emperor's role as a triumphant military leader.
