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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Dupondius or As - Antoninus Pius TRIB POT COS DES II PIETAS S C; Pietas
138 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 138 |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#257197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, veiled, standing left, raising hand and holding incense box; to left, altar.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TRIB POT COS DES II
PIETAS
S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Designatus Secundum. Pietas. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul elect for the second time. Piety. 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 strong sense of justice and his efforts to promote the welfare of the Roman people. He was also known for his extensive building projects, including the construction of the Pantheon in Rome.
