Sestertius - Antoninus Pius SECVRITAS PVBLICA S C; Securitas
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Securitas, draped, standing left, holding sceptre in right hand and resting left arm on column.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS PVBLICA S C
Translation:
Securitas Publica. Senatus Consultum.
Safety of the public. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius coin , which features Antoninus Pius and the goddess Securitas, was part of a series of coins issued during his reign to promote the idea of security and stability in the Roman Empire. The coin's design, which includes a depiction of Securitas holding a shield and a scepter, symbolizes the protection and security that the Roman state provided to its citizens. This coin is particularly interesting because it highlights the importance of security and stability in maintaining a strong and prosperous empire, which was a key focus of Antoninus Pius' reign.
