Denarius - Antoninus Pius (TR POT COS IIII; Liberalitas) (145-161) front Denarius - Antoninus Pius (TR POT COS IIII; Liberalitas) (145-161) back
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Denarius - Antoninus Pius TR POT COS IIII; Liberalitas

 
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Description
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#260009
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Liberalitas, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and rod in left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: TR POT COS IIII

Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Quartum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the fourth time.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his generosity and fairness, and the word "Liberalitas" on the reverse, which translates to "liberality" or "generosity," highlighting his reputation for distributing gifts and donations to the people.