Denarius - Antoninus Pius TRIB POT COS; Pietas
138 year| Silver | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 138 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#257160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, veiled, standing left, raising hand and holding incense box; to left, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TRIB POT COS
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul.
Holder of tribunician power, consul.
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 benevolent and peaceful reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts Pietas, the goddess of duty and devotion, which reflects the emperor's commitment to his people and the empire.
