Denarius - Antoninus Pius IMPERATOR; 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#259953 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPERATOR
Translation:
Imperator.
Supreme commander (Imperator).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (IMPERATOR; Victory) coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana, which lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD. This period saw a significant increase in trade, commerce, and cultural exchange throughout the empire, which is reflected in the coin's design. The image of Victory on the reverse side of the coin symbolizes the Roman Empire's military successes and the spread of its influence across the ancient world.