Denarius - Antoninus Pius (TR POT XXI COS IIII; Roma) (157-158) front Denarius - Antoninus Pius (TR POT XXI COS IIII; Roma) (157-158) back
Denarius - Antoninus Pius (TR POT XXI COS IIII; Roma) (157-158) photo
© Trustees of the British Museum

Denarius - Antoninus Pius TR POT XXI COS IIII; Roma

 
Silver 3.4 g -
Description
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
3.4 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#260211
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Roma, helmeted, seated left, holding Victory in right hand and parazonium in left.

Script: Latin

Lettering: TR POT XXI COS IIII

Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Prima Vicesima, Consul Quartum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 21st time, consul for the fourth time.

Comment

Example of this type:
Trustees of the British Museum

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his benevolent rule and his efforts to promote the Roman Empire's economy and culture. He was also known for his extensive building projects, including the construction of the Pantheon in Rome.