© CC | BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität
© CC | BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität
Dupondius or As - Antoninus Pius TRIB POT COS S C
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#257184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Clasped hands, holding caduceus and two corn ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TRIB POT COS
S C
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate, Consul. Senatus Consultum.
Holder of tribunician power, consul. 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 extensive building projects and military campaigns during his reign as Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD. The coin's design, which includes the emperor's portrait and various symbols and inscriptions, provides valuable insight into the cultural and political values of the Roman Empire during this time period. Additionally, the use of bronze as the material for the coin reflects the empire's economic and trade practices, as bronze was a widely used metal for currency and other objects during this era.
