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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 |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#257185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Clasped hands, holding caduceus and two corn ears.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TRIB POT COS
S C
Unabridged legend: Tribunicia Potestate, Consul. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: 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 includes a portrait of Antoninus Pius on one side and a depiction of the goddess Roma on the other, symbolizing the power and prosperity of the Roman Empire during his rule.
