Sestertius - Antoninus Pius FORTVNA AVG COS II S C; Fortuna
139 year| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fortuna, standing left, holding rudder on globe in right hand and cornucopiae in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: FORTVNA AVG COS II S C
Translation:
Fortuna Augusti. Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Good fortune of the emperor. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Fortuna, the Roman goddess of luck and prosperity, was minted during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive public works and social welfare programs. This coin was likely used to promote the idea of Fortuna as a symbol of the Roman Empire's prosperity and good fortune under Antoninus Pius' rule.
