© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
© Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen (CC BY-NC 4.0 DE)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius LIBERALITAS PVBLICA COS II S C; Libertas
139 year| Bronze | 24.2 g | 31.5 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 | 24.2 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260765 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Liberalitas, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and rod in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERALITAS PVBLICA COS II S C
Translation:
Liberalitas Publica, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
The liberality of the public. Consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.395–28.02 g;Example of this type:
Münzkabinett der Universität Göttingen
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom, on its reverse side. This is significant because Antoninus Pius, the emperor who issued the coin, was known for his efforts to promote freedom and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire. The image of Libertas on the coin serves as a symbol of the emperor's commitment to these values and highlights the importance of liberty in Roman culture.
