© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius LIBERTAS COS IIII S C; Libertas
| Bronze | 23.8 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 |
| Years | 154-155 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.8 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Libertas, draped, standing left, holding pileus in right hand and vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LIBERTAS COS IIII S C
Translation:
Libertas. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Freedom. Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 17.899–31.58 g;Diameter varies: 30–33.56 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 the goddess Libertas, who was an important symbol of freedom and liberty in ancient Rome. The coin's design, which includes Libertas holding a liberty torch and a scepter, was meant to convey the idea of the Roman Empire as a bastion of freedom and democracy. This coin was circulated during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout the empire.
