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© Trustees of the British Museum
Quinarius Aureus - Antoninus Pius IMPERATOR II; Victory
| Gold | 3.6 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 143-144 |
| Value | 1 Gold Quinarius = 12½ Denarii (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#259943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, standing left on globe, holding wreath in extended right hand and palm in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPERATOR II
Translation:
Imperator Secundum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare and unique design, with the emperor Antoninus Pius depicted on one side and the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during a time of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, and the image of Victory symbolizes the empire's military successes and dominance. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians.
