© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius and Faustina the Elder CONCORDIAE S C
| Bronze | 24.1 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-144 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.1 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius standing, right holding Victory in left hand, clasping right hands with Faustina I, standing, left, holding vertical sceptre; between them, two small figures of Marcus Aurelius and Faustina the Younger, standing, right and left clasping hands over altar, right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIAE S C
Translation:
Concordiae. Senatus Consultum.
Of harmony. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.28–29.56 g;Diameter varies: 30–33 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Faustina the Elder, who was a powerful and influential empress during the reign of her husband, Antoninus Pius. She was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and her efforts to promote the Roman Empire's prosperity and stability. The coin's design, which includes an image of Faustina and the inscription "CONCORDIAE S C" (meaning "Concordia of the Senate and People") reflects her importance and highlights the unity and harmony that existed between the Roman Senate and the imperial household during her time.
