© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius PRIMI DECEN COS IIII
| 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 | 147-148 |
| 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 | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260049 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Oak-wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRIMI DECEN COS IIII
Translation:
Primi Decennales. Consul Quartum.
The first decade. Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.462–3.64 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 a rare portrait of Antoninus Pius, depicted with a beard, which was a departure from the traditional clean-shaven Roman imperial portrait style. This unique design choice may have been intended to emphasize the emperor's wisdom and maturity.
