Denarius - Antoninus Pius SALVTI AVG COS IIII; 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 | 158-159 |
| 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#260236 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, with patera in right hand feeding snake coiled round altar and holding rudder on globe in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVTI AVG COS IIII
Translation:
Saluti Augustorum. Consul Quartum.
To the health of the emperor (Augustus). Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (SALVTI AVG COS IIII; Salus) coin was minted during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns. One of his most notable achievements was the construction of the Pantheon in Rome, which was completed in 126 AD and still stands today as one of the best-preserved ancient buildings in the city.
