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Sestertius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 24.4 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Securitas, seated left, holding sceptre and propping head on left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII S C
Translation:
Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.21–27.22 g;Example of this type:
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Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Securitas, the Roman goddess of security and stability, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as Antoninus Pius, the emperor depicted on the obverse side, was known for his efforts to maintain peace and stability throughout the Roman Empire during his reign.
