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Sestertius - Antoninus Pius P M TR P COS II S C LIBERALITAS
139 year| Bronze | 22 g | - |
| 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 | 22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260767 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, seated left on platform; before him, Liberalitas emptying cornucopiae into bosom of man standing right, below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR P COS II S C LIBERALITAS
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum. Liberalitas.
High priest, holder of tribunician power, consul for the second time. Decree of the senate. Liberality.
Comment
Example of this type:Trustees of the British Museum
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 unusual for a coin issued during the reign of Antoninus Pius. Libertas was not a commonly depicted deity during this time period, and her appearance on this coin may suggest that the emperor was promoting the idea of liberty and freedom during his reign. Additionally, the coin's inscription, "S C LIBERALITAS," further emphasizes the theme of liberty and suggests that the coin may have been issued to commemorate a specific event or policy that promoted freedom.
