© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius COS IIII VOTA S C
| Bronze | 23.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 148-149 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.8 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, standing left, sacrificing with patera over tripod, left arm at side.
Script: Latin
Lettering: COS IIII VOTA S C
Translation:
Consul Quartum. Vota. Senatus Consultum.
Consul for the fourth time. Vows (prayers). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.291–24.81 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Antoninus Pius, who was the Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD. He was known for his wise and just rule, and his reign is often referred to as the "Golden Age" of the Roman Empire. The coin's design includes an image of Antoninus Pius wearing a radiate crown, which symbolizes his divine status as a god-emperor. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory standing on the prow of a ship, which represents the Roman Empire's military victories and dominance over the seas.
