© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius TR POT XX COS IIII; Salus
| 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 | 156-157 |
| 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#260197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Salus, draped seated, left on low seat, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar and resting left hand on seat.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XX COS IIII
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Consul Quartum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 20th time, consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.85–4.08 g;Diameter varies: 17–18 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 Salus, who was the patron of health and well-being, on its reverse side. This highlights the importance of health and wellness in Roman culture and the role that the Roman Empire played in promoting these values. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight of 3.2 grams also speak to the value placed on precious metals and the careful craftsmanship that went into creating these coins.
