© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius SALVS AVG S C; Salus
| Bronze | 25.6 g | 33 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 | 33 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260897 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Salus, draped, standing left, feeding out of patera in right hand snake coiled round altar left and holding vertical sceptre in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS AVG S C
Translation:
Salus Augusti. Senatus Consultum.
Health of the emperor. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 18.82–32.25 g;Diameter varies: 30–35 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 Salus, the Roman goddess of safety and well-being, on its reverse side. This is fitting, given that the coin was issued during the reign of Antoninus Pius, who was known for his efforts to promote the welfare and prosperity of the Roman people. The image of Salus on the coin serves as a symbol of the emperor's commitment to protecting and preserving the well-being of his citizens.
