© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius TR POT COS IIII LIB IIII; Liberalitas
| 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 | 145-161 |
| 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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260013 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, draped, standing, left, holding abacus in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS IIII LIB IIII
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Quartum, Liberalitas Quarta.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the fourth time. The fourth liberality.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.78–3.54 g;Diameter varies: 16.5–18 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 Liberalitas, which represents the idea of generosity and prosperity. This is fitting, as Antoninus Pius was known for his generosity and fairness during his reign.
