© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius MONETA AVG S C; Moneta
| Bronze | 26.1 g | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140-144 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.1 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260861 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Moneta, draped, standing, left , holding scales in right and round object above scales on right hand and cornucopia in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MONETA AVG S C
Translation:
Moneta Augusta. Senatus Consultum.
The venerable memory. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 23.78–30.44 g;Diameter varies: 33–34 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 an image of the Roman goddess Moneta, who was the goddess of money, currency, and the minting process. The image of Moneta on the coin serves as a symbol of the Roman Empire's economic power and influence during the reign of Antoninus Pius.
