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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius TR P COS II
139 year| Silver | 3.3 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 139 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Modius with corn-ears and poppy.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P COS II
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time.
Comment
Mass varies: 3.16–3.4 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (TR P COS II) (139) coin features a unique design on its reverse side, which depicts the goddess Pax standing left, holding an olive branch and a scepter. This design was meant to symbolize the peaceful reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to maintain peace throughout the Roman Empire.
