Sestertius - Antoninus Pius IMP TR POT XX COS IIII S C; Victory
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 156-157 |
| 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#261300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, flying right, holding trophy in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMP TR POT XX COS IIII S C
Translation:
Imperator, Tribunicia Potestate Vicesima, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator), holder of tribunician power for the 20th time, 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 a depiction of the Roman goddess Victory (Victoria) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Antoninus Pius. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the Roman Empire's military prowess and its ability to conquer and dominate other nations. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "S C" which stands for "Senatus Consulto" or "By the decree of the Senate," indicating that the coin was issued with the approval of the Roman Senate.
