![Denarius - Antoninus Pius (T[R]IBIA; Minerva) (138-161) front](/no-image-1.svg)
![Denarius - Antoninus Pius (T[R]IBIA; Minerva) (138-161) back](/no-image-2.svg)
Denarius - Antoninus Pius T[R]IBIA; Minerva
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 138-161 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#260298 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Minerva, helmeted, standing right, holding spear reversed in right hand, left hand on shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering: T[R]IBIA
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin featuring Antoninus Pius and Minerva was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana or "Roman Peace." This period lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD and saw significant cultural, economic, and military advancements throughout the empire. The coin's design, featuring the bust of Antoninus Pius on one side and Minerva on the other, reflects the importance of the Roman emperor and the goddess of wisdom and warfare in Roman culture during this time.