© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM S C; Concordia and Victory
| Bronze | 27.5 g | 33.5 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 | 27.5 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260844 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, standing left, holding Victory on right hand and legionary eagle, vertical, in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM S C
Translation:
Concordia Exercituum. Senatus Consultum.
Harmony with the army. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.18–30.34 g;Diameter varies: 31–37 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 the goddess Concordia (Concord) on one side and Victory on the other, symbolizing the unity and strength of the Roman Empire during the reign of Antoninus Pius.
