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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius S C; Securitas
| Bronze | 25.7 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Antoninus Pius (Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Pius) (138-161) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 145-161 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 25.7 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261088 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, seated left, holding sceptre, nearly vertical, in right hand and propping head on left hand; left elbow is bent and rests on top of throne.
Script: Latin
Lettering: S C
Translation:
Senatus Consultum.
Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 21.94–28.59 g;Diameter varies: 30–32.5 mm;
Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin features an image of Securitas, the Roman goddess of security and stability, on its reverse side. This is fitting, as Antoninus Pius, the emperor depicted on the obverse side, was known for his efforts to maintain peace and stability throughout the Roman Empire during his reign.
