Dupondius - Antoninus Pius TR POT XXIII COS IIII S C; Roma
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 159-160 |
| Value | 1 Dupondius = ⅛ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261387 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma seated.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR POT XXIII COS IIII S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Tertia Vicesima, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power for the 23rd time, consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
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 rule and his efforts to improve the lives of citizens, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts the goddess Roma seated on a throne, holding a spear and a shield, symbolizing the power and strength of the Roman Empire.