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© Trustees of the British Museum
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius SCYTHIA COS II S C; Scythia
139 year| Bronze | 29.4 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 | 29.4 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#260828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Scythia, towered, standing left, holding wreath in right hand and parazonium in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SCYTHIA COS II S C
Translation:
Scythia, Consul Secundum. Senatus Consultum.
Scythia. consul for the second time. Decree of the senate.
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 Antoninus Pius, who was known for his peaceful and prosperous reign, on the obverse, while the reverse side depicts a scene of the Roman army crossing a river, symbolizing the empire's military prowess and expansion.
