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Denarius - Antoninus Pius VIRTVS AVG; Virtus
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-143 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Virtus (or Roma), helmeted, in military dress, standing, front, head left holding vertical spear reversed in right hand and parazonium, upright at shoulder, in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VIRTVS AVG
Unabridged legend: Virtus Augusti.
Translation: Courage of the emperor.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Antoninus Pius (VIRTVS AVG; Virtus) coin was minted during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns. One of his most notable achievements was the construction of the Pantheon in Rome, which was completed in 126 AD and still stands today as a testament to Roman engineering and architecture. The coin's obverse features the image of Antoninus Pius, while the reverse bears the image of Virtus, the Roman goddess of virtue and moral excellence. The coin's silver content and intricate design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
