© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius REX ARMENIIS DATVS S C
| Bronze | 25.6 g | 32 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 | 25.6 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Antoninus Pius, standing left, placing tiara on head of king of Armenia, standing left, and holding roll.
Script: Latin
Lettering: REX ARMENIIS DATVS S C
Translation:
Rex Armeniis Datus. Senatus Consultum.
A king given to the Armenians. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 20.34–29.47 g;Diameter varies: 30–34 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 Antoninus Pius, who was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears an image of the Roman goddess of victory, Victoria, holding a trophy and a scepter, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military triumphs and dominance.
