Sestertius - Antoninus Pius (COS IIII S C; Aequitas) (155-156) front Sestertius - Antoninus Pius (COS IIII S C; Aequitas) (155-156) back
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Sestertius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII S C; Aequitas

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
155-156
Value
1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#261275
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Aequitas, standing left, holdin scales and cornucopiae.

Script: Latin

Lettering: COS IIII S C

Translation:
Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.

Comment

Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Aequitas, who represents fairness and justice, on the reverse side. This highlights the importance of these values in Roman society during the reign of Antoninus Pius.