Denarius - Antoninus Pius TRANQ; Tranquilitas
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 150-151 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#260105 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tranquilitas, draped, standing right, resting right hand on rudder set on ground and holding two corn-ears downwards in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TRANQ
Translation:
Tranquillitas.
Tranquility.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The reverse side of the coin features the goddess Tranquility (Tranquilitas) standing left, holding a scepter and a small figure of Victory. This image symbolizes the peaceful reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to maintain peace throughout the empire. The coin's design was meant to promote the idea of a stable and prosperous Roman Empire under Antoninus Pius' rule.
