© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius IMPERATOR II S C; Victory
| Bronze | 26.5 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 143-144 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.5 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, flying right, holding trophy, pointing upwards to right, in both hands.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IMPERATOR II S C
Translation:
Imperator Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Supreme commander (Imperator) for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 24.97–27.94 g;Diameter varies: 30.93–35 mm;
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 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 maintain its vast territories. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "IMPERATOR II S C," which stands for "Imperator II Senatus Consulto," or "Emperor II by the decree of the Senate." This inscription indicates that the coin was issued by the Roman Senate in recognition of Antoninus Pius's military victories and his role as the emperor of the Roman Empire.
