Quinarius Aureus - Antoninus Pius COS IIII; Victory
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 151-152 |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#260110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII
Translation:
Consul Quartum.
Consul for the fourth time.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Quinarius Aureus coin featuring Antoninus Pius and the symbol of Victory is particularly interesting because it was issued during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, known as the Pax Romana. This period, which lasted from 27 BC to 180 AD, saw a significant increase in trade, commerce, and cultural exchange throughout the empire, which is reflected in the coin's design and the use of gold as a symbol of wealth and prosperity.
