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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius PIETATI AVG COS IIII S C; Pietas
| Bronze | 23.5 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 | 159-160 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 23.5 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261381 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Pietas, draped, standing left, holding globe on extended right hand and child in left arm: to left and right, a small child standing, left, each raising right hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PIETATI AVG COS IIII S C
Translation:
Pietati Augustae, Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
To the venerable piety, consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.94–28.57 g;Diameter varies: 30–32.43 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 Pietas, the goddess of piety and devotion, on the reverse side. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of family values and religious devotion. Additionally, the use of Bronze in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a durable and affordable material for minting coins.
