© Trustees of the British Museum
© Trustees of the British Museum
Denarius - Antoninus Pius ROMA COS IIII; Roma
| Silver | 3.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 160-161 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260292 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Roma, helmeted, draped, seated left, on throne, holding Victory on right hand and vertical spear in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROMA COS IIII
Translation:
Roma, Consul Quartum.
Rome, 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 the Roman goddess Roma on the reverse, which was a common motif on coins issued during the reign of Antoninus Pius. The image of Roma is depicted standing left, holding a spear and a shield, symbolizing the power and strength of the Roman Empire. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Roman numismatics and is highly sought after by collectors and historians.
