© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius - Antoninus Pius TR POT COS II PAX S C; Pax
139 year| Bronze | 12.4 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 139 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.4 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260785 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pax, draped, standing left, holding branch in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT COS II PAX S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Pax. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Peace. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Example of this type:American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Dupondius - Antoninus Pius coin features an image of the Roman goddess Pax (Irene) on the reverse, which is an interesting fact in itself. Pax was the goddess of peace, and her image on the coin symbolized the peaceful reign of Antoninus Pius. The coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, and the image of Pax served as a reminder of the importance of maintaining peace and harmony in society.
