Denarius - Antoninus Pius SALVS AVG; Salus
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259879 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, seated left, feeding out of patera snake coiled around altar, left arm at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVG
Translation:
Salus Augusti.
Health of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features the image of Salus, the Roman goddess of safety and well-being, which is fitting since Antoninus Pius was known for his efforts to improve the health and welfare of the Roman people during his reign.
