Sestertius - Antoninus Pius MAVRETANIA COS III S C; Mauretania
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261052 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mauretania, left, holding crown and vexillum.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAVRETANIA COS III S C
Translation:
Mauretania. Consul Tertium. Senatus Consultum.
Mauretania. Consul for the third time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Antoninus Pius and was minted in Rome between 143-144 AD, is notable for its rare and unique reverse design. The reverse of the coin depicts a scene of the Roman goddess Salus standing on the prow of a ship, with a dolphin jumping out of the water next to her. This design is not found on any other coins of the same era, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
