© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius and Marcus Aurelius AVRELIVS CAES AVG PII F COS DES S C
139 year| Bronze | 23.2 g | 32.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 139 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.2 g |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Marcus Aurelius, bare-headed, draped, left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: AVRELIVS CAES AVG PII F COS DES S C
Translation:
Aurelius Caesar, Augusti Pii Filius, Consul Designatus. Senatus Consultum.
[Marcus] Aurelius, Caesar, son of emperor (Augustus) [Antoninus] Pius, consul elect. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.87–25.61 g;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 a rare combination of two emperors, Antoninus Pius and Marcus Aurelius, on the same coin. This was a common practice during the Roman Empire, known as a "joint reign," where two emperors would rule together for a period of time. This coin is a unique example of this practice and is highly sought after by collectors.
