© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Sestertius - Antoninus Pius TEMPLVM DIV AVG REST COS IIII S C
| Bronze | 24.7 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 | 158-159 |
| Value | 1 Sestertius = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 24.7 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#261350 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Octastyle temple, in which are seated figures of Divus Augustus and Livia.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TEMPLVM DIV AVG REST COS IIII S C
Translation:
Templum Divi Augusti Restitutae. Consul Quartum. Senatus Consultum.
Temple of the deified emperor (Augustus) restored. Consul for the fourth time. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 22.39–29.01 g;Diameter varies: 31–33 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 the Roman goddess Salus, who is depicted standing and holding a patera, a ritual offering dish, and a snake, which symbolizes the healing powers of the goddess. This image was meant to promote the idea that the emperor Antoninus Pius was a protector and guardian of the people's health and well-being.
