Sestertius - Antoninus Pius LIBERALITAS AVG VIIII COS IIII S C
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 160-161 |
| 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#261395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, seated left on platform on right; behind him, officer, in front Liberalitias, standing left, holding account-board and cornucopiae; belowe, citizen standing right, holding out fold of toga.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS AVG VIIII COS IIII S C
Translation:
Liberalitas Augusti Nona, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
The ninth liberality of the emperor (Augustus), 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 an image of the Roman goddess Libertas, which is fitting since the coin was issued during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his emphasis on maintaining peace and stability throughout the empire. The image of Libertas on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's values of freedom and liberty.
