© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius HISPANIA COS II S C; Hispania
139 year| Bronze | 26 g | 30.5 mm |
| 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 |
| Weight | 26 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260822 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hispania, towered, draped, standing, left, holding up crown in right hand and branch in left: at her feet, left, a rabbit.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HISPANIA COS II S C
Unabridged legend: Hispania, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Translation: Hispania. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 25.2–26.75 g;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 Antoninus Pius, who was known for his extensive building projects and military campaigns during his reign as Roman Emperor from 138 to 161 AD.
