© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius TEMPLVM DIV AVG REST COS IIII
| Silver | 3.2 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 157-158 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Octastyle temple, in which are steated statues of Divus Augustus and Livia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TEMPLVM DIV AVG REST COS IIII
Translation:
Templum Divi Augusti Restitutae. Consul Quartum.
Temple of the deified emperor (Augustus) restored. Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.67–3.56 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–19 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 an image of the Roman goddess Victory on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Antoninus Pius. The image of Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch symbolizes the Roman Empire's military successes and its spread of peace and prosperity throughout its territories.
